Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320
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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S8200 versus Olympus TG-320, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8200 was introduced 4 months earlier than the TG-320 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S8200 scores against the TG-320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Olympus TG-320
S8200 | TG-320 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Nikon S8200
TG-320 | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Olympus TG-320
S8200 | TG-320 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 offers outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-320 has sizing of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S8200 versus Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S8200 vs the TG-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and TG-320 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and TG-320.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Olympus TG-320 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 961k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 213 gr (0.47 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 shots | 150 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $0 |