Nikon S8200 vs Sony WX80

Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S8200 and Sony WX80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was unveiled 16 months prior to the WX80 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the S8200 scores against the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8200 has got exterior 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 WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S8200 and the WX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S8200 and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S8200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.