Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic SZ7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was brought out 4 months prior to the SZ7 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S8200 scores versus the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 features exterior dimensions 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 SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic SZ7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S8200 and the SZ7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and SZ7.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S8200 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.