Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic S1

Below, we are looking at the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and S1 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was brought out 8 months after the S1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S8200 scores vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S8200 versus the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and S1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and S1.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S8200 to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S8200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.