Nikon P610 vs Nikon S8200

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon P610 versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P610 was revealed 3 years later than the S8200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the P610 scores versus the S8200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P610 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P610 provides outer dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P610 versus Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the P610 compared to the S8200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and S8200 is 65 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P610 and S8200.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer P610 should have an edge in sensor innovation.