Nikon AW120 vs Nikon S8200

The following is a in depth review of the Nikon AW120 versus Nikon S8200, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was brought out 2 years after the S8200 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the AW120 matches up vs the S8200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S8200 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the AW120 against the S8200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and S8200 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and S8200.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent AW120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.