Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched June 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX240 HS
- Newer Model is Canon SX270 HS
(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
- Announced January 2013
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Canon SX260 HS versus Nikon S5200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe SX260 HS was introduced 7 months prior to the S5200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX260 HS matches up against the S5200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Nikon S5200
SX260 HS | S5200 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Canon SX260 HS
S5200 | SX260 HS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | June 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon S5200
SX260 HS | S5200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).
Compare the Canon SX260 HS versus Nikon S5200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS versus the S5200.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and S5200 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and S5200.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S5200 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX260 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-06-04 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 pounds) | 146g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | 230 photos | 160 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $349 | $130 |