Nikon S8200 vs Olympus 6010

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S8200 vs Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and 6010 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was released 2 years later than the 6010 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S8200 scores against the 6010 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 has outer dimensions 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 Olympus 6010 has measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8200 vs Olympus 6010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S8200 and the 6010.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and 6010 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and 6010.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger S8200 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.