Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V
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Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V 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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Renewed by Sony HX20V

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Nikon S8200 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S8200 was announced 6 months prior to the HX10V so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S8200 scores versus the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Sony HX10V
S8200 | HX10V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+39k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Nikon S8200
HX10V | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Sony HX10V
S8200 | HX10V | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8200 has got physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S8200 versus Sony HX10V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S8200 compared to the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and HX10V.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.

Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S8200 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 961 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 pounds) | 234g (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photos | 320 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $329 | $616 |