Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon S8200

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SD4000 IS versus Nikon S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and S8200 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was introduced 12 months prior to the S8200 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SD4000 IS grades against the S8200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S8200 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SD4000 IS versus Nikon S8200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SD4000 IS against the S8200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and S8200 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4000 IS and S8200.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to resolve greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.