Nikon S8200 vs Sony W370

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S8200 versus Sony W370, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was announced 20 months later than the W370 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the S8200 scores vs the W370 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S8200 provides outer 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) while the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S8200 versus Sony W370 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the S8200 and the W370.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and W370 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8200 and W370.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S8200 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger S8200 will have a benefit in sensor technology.