Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1
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Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced April 2009

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S8200 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the S8200 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") posses different sensor sizes.

The S8200 was announced 2 years after the HX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon S8200 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S8200 matches up versus the HX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Sony HX1
S8200 | HX1 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | April 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Nikon S8200
HX1 | S8200 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Sony HX1
S8200 | HX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S8200 versus Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S8200 and the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and HX1.
As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S8200 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon S8200 will offer you more detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer S8200 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2009-04-22 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 961k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 lbs) | 544g (1.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" 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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $329 | $47,999 |