Nikon S8200 vs Sony W690

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S8200 and Sony W690, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 6 months prior to the W690 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S8200 grades against the W690 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S8200 and Sony W690 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S8200 against the W690.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and W690 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and W690.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.