Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS8

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon S6200 versus Panasonic ZS8, former is 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 ZS8 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was launched 2 months after the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the S6200 grades against the ZS8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S6200 vs the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and ZS8 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and ZS8.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S6200 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.