Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ10W

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S8200 and Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 2 years after the HZ10W which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S8200 grades vs the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 has outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S8200 and the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and HZ10W.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to give you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S8200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.