Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
33


91 Imaging
38 Features
47 Overall
41
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(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
- Revealed August 2011

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-H15 and Nikon S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H15 was revealed 19 months prior to the S8200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-H15 grades vs the S8200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Nikon S8200
EX-H15 | S8200 |
---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Casio EX-H15
S8200 | EX-H15 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+500k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Nikon S8200
EX-H15 | S8200 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H15 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H15 and Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-H15 against the S8200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and S8200 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and S8200.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 961k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) | 213 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $329 |