Nikon S6200 vs Nikon S800c

Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S6200 and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the S800c (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was announced 17 months earlier than the S800c which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S6200 scores against the S800c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Nikon S800c Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 enjoys outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has proportions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6200 and the S800c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and S800c is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and S800c.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older S6200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.