Canon SX200 IS vs Nikon S5200

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon SX200 IS and Nikon S5200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the S5200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX200 IS scores vs the S5200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS provides outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has measurements 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX200 IS and the S5200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and S5200 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and S5200.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S5200 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.