Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon S8200

Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm S4200 vs Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was unveiled 5 months later than the S8200 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades against the S8200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4200 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Nikon S8200 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 compared to the S8200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4200 and S8200 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4200 and S8200.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S8200 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively.