Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-15

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon S8200 and Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was announced 22 months before the SZ-15 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S8200 matches up versus the SZ-15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 features physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S8200 and Olympus SZ-15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S8200 versus the SZ-15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and SZ-15 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and SZ-15.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.