Nikon S8200 vs Sony WX500

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S8200 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was introduced 4 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S8200 matches up against the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S8200 compared to the WX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and WX500.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX500 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S8200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.