Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 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
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Released July 2012
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ30

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8200 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the LZ20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S8200 grades vs the LZ20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Panasonic LZ20
S8200 | LZ20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+501k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Nikon S8200
LZ20 | S8200 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic LZ20
S8200 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 has got external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic LZ20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S8200 compared to the LZ20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and LZ20 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and LZ20.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S8200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 961k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 lbs) | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 380 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $329 | $250 |