Fujifilm F200EXR vs Nikon S5200

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and S5200 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was introduced 4 years earlier than the S5200 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F200EXR grades vs the S5200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F200EXR provides external dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F200EXR versus Nikon S5200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus the S5200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F200EXR and S5200 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F200EXR and S5200.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F200EXR using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S5200 will resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F200EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.