Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2012
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S8200 was introduced 5 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S8200 grades against the SZ-31MR iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
S8200 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 961k | 920k | Clearer display (+41k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-31MR iHS over the Nikon S8200
SZ-31MR iHS | S8200 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS
S8200 | SZ-31MR iHS | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | February 2012 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 offers external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S8200 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and SZ-31MR iHS is 91 and 89 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and SZ-31MR iHS.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus SZ-31MR iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Dual TruePic V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 961k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Hypercrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 200 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $329 | $0 |