Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50
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Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Revealed January 2009

Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S8200 versus Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8200 was released 2 years after the H50 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S8200 grades against the H50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Sony H50
S8200 | H50 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 32 months |
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Nikon S8200
H50 | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Sony H50
S8200 | H50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S8200 versus Sony H50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S8200 compared to the H50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and H50 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and H50.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S8200 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer S8200 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 961 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 pounds) | 547g (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $329 | $80 |