Canon S120 vs Nikon S5200

Below, we will be comparing the Canon S120 vs Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and S5200 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was revealed 11 months after the S5200 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S120 scores vs the S5200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S120 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S120 compared to the S5200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and S5200 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and S5200.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S120 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S5200 will produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer S120 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.