Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FZ40

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The S8200 was released 14 months later than the FZ40 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S8200 matches up vs the FZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 comes with external 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 Panasonic FZ40 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S8200 vs the FZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and FZ40 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and FZ40.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent S8200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.