Nikon S8200 vs Nikon Z7 II

The following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S8200 and Nikon Z7 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and Z7 II (46MP) and the S8200 (1/2.3") and Z7 II (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The S8200 was manufactured 10 years before the Z7 II which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S8200 scores vs the Z7 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Nikon Z7 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 has outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S8200 versus the Z7 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and Z7 II is 91 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and Z7 II.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S8200 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail due to its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S8200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.