Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200
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Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Launched August 2012
- Updated by Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Released August 2011
Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX500 IS versus Nikon S6200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SX500 IS was released 13 months after the S6200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX500 IS grades vs the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Nikon S6200
SX500 IS | S6200 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | August 2011 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Canon SX500 IS
S6200 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Nikon S6200
SX500 IS | S6200 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS offers external measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX500 IS versus Nikon S6200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX500 IS against the S6200.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and S6200 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and S6200.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX500 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | 195 photos | 250 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $299 | $229 |