Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S5200
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Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Released August 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS
(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
- Released January 2013
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Below, we are evaluating the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SD980 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the S5200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SD980 IS scores against the S5200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Nikon S5200
| SD980 IS | S5200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Canon SD980 IS
| S5200 | SD980 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon S5200
| SD980 IS | S5200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD980 IS offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon S5200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SD980 IS against the S5200.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and S5200 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD980 IS and S5200.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S5200 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older SD980 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
| Also Known as | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-08-19 | 2013-01-29 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | - |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 160 photographs |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | - | $130 |
