Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ15W

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S8200 and Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S8200 matches up against the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Nikon S8200 and Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S8200 against the HZ15W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and HZ15W is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and HZ15W.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to render extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S8200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.