Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900
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Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Released February 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon S9700
Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S8200 versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S8200 was brought out 4 years earlier than the S9900 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S8200 matches up versus the S9900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Nikon S9900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Nikon S9900
S8200 | S9900 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 961k | 921k | Clearer screen (+40k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Nikon S8200
S9900 | S8200 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | August 2011 | Newer by 42 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Nikon S9900
S8200 | S9900 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Nikon S9900 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8200 versus Nikon S9900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S8200 against the S9900.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and S9900 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and S9900.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon S8200 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Nikon Coolpix S9900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 961 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 pounds) | 289g (0.64 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $300 |