Canon 1D vs Nikon S5200

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 1D and Nikon S5200, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and S5200 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The 1D was unveiled 12 years before the S5200 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon S5200 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1D scores vs the S5200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1D has got external dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 1D vs the S5200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D and S5200 is 50 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D and S5200.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S5200 will give more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged 1D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.