Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic SZ8

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic SZ8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was released 3 years before the SZ8 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S6200 matches up vs the SZ8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 comes with external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S6200 against the SZ8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and SZ8 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and SZ8.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S6200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.