Nikon S8200 vs Sony S980

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S8200 versus Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S8200 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was revealed 2 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S8200 matches up versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S8200 compared to the S980.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and S980.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S8200 to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S8200 provides an edge in sensor innovation.