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Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S8200 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
47
Overall
42

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC150
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
  • 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
  • Revealed November 2009
Nikon S8200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Introduced August 2011
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and S8200 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was announced 21 months earlier than the S8200 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC150 grades against the S8200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Nikon S8200

 EX-FC150 S8200 

Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Casio EX-FC150

 S8200 EX-FC150 
IntroducedAugust 2011November 2009More modern by 21 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution961k230kSharper display (+731k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Nikon S8200

 EX-FC150 S8200 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC150 compared to the S8200.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and S8200 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC150 and S8200.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S8200 to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC150
Portrait photography with Nikon S8200
26
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
provides face detect autofocus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S8200 as a Street photography camera
55
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
65
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (213g)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Sports photography information
Nikon S8200 Sports photography information
30
fast shooting (40.0 frames per second)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
41
long zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (250 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S8200 as a Travel photography camera
50
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low MP (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
68
lighter than competitors in class (213g)
supports focus via touch
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
long reach (350mm)
no Time Lapse recording
terrible battery power (250 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S8200 as a Landscape photography camera
31
manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
45
has manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery power (250 shots)
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S8200 Vlogging highlights
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
34
relatively wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (213g)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic port
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC150 and Nikon S8200
 Casio Exilim EX-FC150Nikon Coolpix S8200
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC150 Nikon Coolpix S8200
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2009-11-16 2011-08-24
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-185mm (5.0x) 25-350mm (14.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.6-4.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 961 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 40.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.60 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 173 grams (0.38 pounds) 213 grams (0.47 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-40 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $350 $329