Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S8200 was introduced 16 months before the TS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the S8200 matches up against the TS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Panasonic TS25
S8200 | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon S8200
TS25 | S8200 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic TS25
S8200 | TS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 offers external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S8200 versus the TS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and TS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and TS25.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing 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 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 961k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 pounds) | 144 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 250 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $180 |