Nikon S6200 vs Nikon S8000

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S6200 versus Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was manufactured 15 months after the S8000 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S6200 scores against the S8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 provides exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S8000 has specifications of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6200 versus Nikon S8000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6200 and the S8000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and S8000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and S8000.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S6200 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger S6200 provides a benefit in sensor technology.