Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200
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Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon A3100 IS and Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe A3100 IS was manufactured 4 years prior to the S5200 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A3100 IS grades against the S5200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Nikon S5200
A3100 IS | S5200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Canon A3100 IS
S5200 | A3100 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 37 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Nikon S5200
A3100 IS | S5200 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3100 IS provides physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3100 IS and Nikon S5200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the A3100 IS against the S5200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and S5200 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3100 IS and S5200.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S5200 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 146g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $159 | $130 |