Nikon P90 vs Nikon S8200

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon P90 versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and S8200 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P90 was brought out 3 years earlier than the S8200 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the P90 matches up versus the S8200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P90 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P90 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P90 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Nikon P90 versus Nikon S8200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the P90 vs the S8200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and S8200 is 70 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P90 and S8200.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S8200 to render more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged P90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.