Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S8100

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and S8100 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was revealed 2 years after the S8100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the S5200 scores vs the S8100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 features physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S5200 compared to the S8100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and S8100.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S5200 to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S5200 will have an edge in sensor technology.