Nikon S8200 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S8200 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was unveiled 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S8200 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8200 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S8200 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older S8200 is going to be behind in sensor technology.