Nikon S8200 vs Pentax XG-1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S8200 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was released 3 years before the XG-1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S8200 scores versus the XG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. 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 Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S8200 versus the XG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and XG-1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and XG-1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.