Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe A2300 was announced 11 months earlier than the S5200 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2300 grades vs the S5200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Nikon S5200
A2300 | S5200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Canon A2300
S5200 | A2300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Nikon S5200
A2300 | S5200 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 has outer measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A2300 against the S5200.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and S5200 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and S5200.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged A2300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 160 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $139 | $130 |