Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we are looking at the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was unveiled 3 years prior to the SZ8 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S8200 grades against the SZ8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 features external dimensions 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 SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the S8200 against the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and SZ8 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and SZ8.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.