Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S5200

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S5200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S5200 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was manufactured 24 months later than the S5200 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX610 HS grades versus the S5200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS features exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX610 HS and the S5200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and S5200 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and S5200.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to offer you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.