Canon S95 vs Nikon S8200

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon S95 vs Nikon S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and S8200 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and S8200 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S95 was brought out 9 months earlier than the S8200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S95 scores against the S8200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Canon S95 vs Nikon S8200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S95 against the S8200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S95 and S8200 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S95 and S8200.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S95 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S8200 will deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S95 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.