Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5
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Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 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
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Announced August 2012

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8200 was announced 12 months prior to the X-5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the S8200 matches up vs the X-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Pentax X-5
S8200 | X-5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+501k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Nikon S8200
X-5 | S8200 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Pentax X-5
S8200 | X-5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 comes with outer dimensions 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 X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Check the Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S8200 and the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and X-5 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and X-5.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S8200 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Pentax X-5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 961k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230k dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lb) | 595 grams (1.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
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 | 330 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $329 | $230 |