Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon S8200

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was brought out 3 years later than the S8200 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the SX60 HS grades against the S8200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS offers exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while 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).

Check the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon S8200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX60 HS and the S8200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and S8200 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and S8200.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX60 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.