Nikon S8200 vs Sony S2000

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S8200 and Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was revealed 20 months later than the S2000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S8200 matches up versus the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 has outside 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 S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S8200 and Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S8200 compared to the S2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S8200 and S2000.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent S8200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.