Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200
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Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX410 IS and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and S8200 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX410 IS was introduced 3 years later than the S8200 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX410 IS matches up vs the S8200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Nikon S8200
SX410 IS | S8200 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | August 2011 | Fresher by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Canon SX410 IS
S8200 | SX410 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 961k | 230k | Sharper screen (+731k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Nikon S8200
SX410 IS | S8200 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS features outside measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Nikon S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX410 IS and Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX410 IS compared to the S8200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and S8200 is 80 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and S8200.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX410 IS to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SX410 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX410 IS vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 961k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.5fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 pounds) | 213 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 185 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $199 | $329 |