Nikon S8200 vs Sony H400

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S8200 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 3 years earlier than the H400 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S8200 grades versus the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 features physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S8200 vs the H400.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and H400.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H400 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older S8200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.