Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5500
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Lets look much closer at the Nikon S8200 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S8200 was announced 16 months after the HZ50W which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the S8200 scores against the HZ50W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Samsung HZ50W
| S8200 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2011 |  | May 2010 | Newer by 16 months |
| Screen resolution | 961k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Nikon S8200
| HZ50W | S8200 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Samsung HZ50W
| S8200 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 has got physical 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 Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S8200 versus the HZ50W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.
Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and HZ50W.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern S8200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S8200 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also referred to as | - | WB5500 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 961k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 213 grams (0.47 pounds) | 426 grams (0.94 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $329 | $250 |