Nikon S8200 vs Olympus TG-5

The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S8200 and Olympus TG-5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and TG-5 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was revealed 6 years prior to the TG-5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S8200 grades vs the TG-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 features outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus TG-5 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S8200 and Olympus TG-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S8200 vs the TG-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and TG-5 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and TG-5.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S8200 to show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S8200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.