Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon S8100 and Nikon S6100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S8100 has external dimensions of 104 x 60 x 30 mm (4.09 x 2.36 x 1.18″) and weighs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S6100 has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S8100 and the Nikon S6100. Nikon S6100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Nikon S8100.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S8100 and Nikon S6100.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S8100 and Nikon S6100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6100 is 5g lighter than the Nikon S8100 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S8100 nor Nikon Coolpix S6100 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S8100 and Nikon S6100's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.