Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9100

Let's look closer at the Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 2 months later than the S9100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the S8200 matches up against the S9100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S8200 versus the S9100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and S9100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and S9100.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.