Canon SX1 IS vs Nikon S8200

The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX1 IS versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and S8200 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was brought out 3 years earlier than the S8200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX1 IS matches up vs the S8200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS provides outer dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX1 IS against the S8200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and S8200 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and S8200.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to give you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.