Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FZ70

Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 23 months before the FZ70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S8200 matches up versus the FZ70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 offers 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 Panasonic FZ70 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S8200 against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and FZ70 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and FZ70.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.