Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S8200

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon S3300 versus Nikon S8200, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was introduced 6 months later than the S8200 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S3300 matches up against the S8200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S8200 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S3300 versus Nikon S8200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S3300 versus the S8200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and S8200 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and S8200.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.