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 Olympus VR-320 and Nikon S8000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus VR-320 has external dimensions of 101 x 58 x 29 mm (3.98 x 2.28 x 1.14″) and weighs 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S8000 has external dimensions of 103 x 57 x 27 mm (4.06 x 2.24 x 1.06″) and weighs 183 g (0.40 lb / 6.46 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus VR-320 and the Nikon S8000. Nikon S8000 is 1mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Olympus VR-320 but it is also 2mm wider.
Comparison image of the Olympus VR-320 and the Nikon S8000 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus VR-320 and Nikon S8000.
Comparison image of the Olympus VR-320 and the Nikon S8000 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus VR-320 and Nikon S8000.
Top View Comparison image of the Olympus VR-320 and the Nikon S8000 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VR-320 is 25g lighter than the Nikon S8000 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus VR-320 nor Nikon Coolpix S8000 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
Olympus VR-320 and Nikon S8000'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.
