Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH8

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was released 13 months later than the FH8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S5200 grades against the FH8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S5200 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S5200 against the FH8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and FH8 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5200 and FH8.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher S5200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.