Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed August 2011
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S8200, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S4300 was announced 6 months later than the S8200 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S4300 scores versus the S8200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Nikon S8200
S4300 | S8200 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Nikon S4300
S8200 | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 961k | 460k | Clearer screen (+501k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S8200
S4300 | S8200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | August 2011 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 has outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S8200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S4300 against the S8200.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and S8200 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and S8200.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to take the age of the cameras into account.
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 961 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 lb) | 213 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $119 | $329 |