Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Released January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon P510
- Refreshed by Nikon P530
Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the P520 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm S8200 was unveiled about the same time to the P520 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 matches up vs the P520 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Nikon P520
Fujifilm S8200 | P520 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Fujifilm S8200
P520 | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Nikon P520
Fujifilm S8200 | P520 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8200 comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has specifications of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the P520.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and P520 is 61 and 66 respectively.
Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and P520.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P520 to provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively.
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Nikon P520 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Nikon Coolpix P520 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Nikon Coolpix P520 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 550 grams (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $450 | $380 |