Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70
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Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S8200 and Pentax E70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and E70 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S8200 was brought out 2 years after the E70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S8200 grades against the E70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Pentax Optio E70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Pentax E70
S8200 | E70 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 33 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+849k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Nikon S8200
E70 | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Pentax E70
S8200 | E70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8200 and Pentax E70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S8200 versus the E70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and E70 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and E70.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to show extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S8200 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Pentax Optio E70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.4" |
Display resolution | 961 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $329 | $140 |