Nikon S8000 vs Samsung PL200

Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S8000 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was launched at a similar time to the PL200 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S8000 grades vs the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S8000 provides external measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S8000 and Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S8000 and the PL200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and PL200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account.