Canon N vs Nikon S8200

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon N vs Nikon S8200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the N (12MP) and S8200 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The N was unveiled 17 months after the S8200 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the N scores vs the S8200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon N offers outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the N vs the S8200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the N and S8200 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the N and S8200.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S8200 to produce extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent N provides an edge in sensor technology.