Fujifilm XP120 vs Nikon S5200

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm XP120 and Nikon S5200, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was brought out 3 years after the S5200 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S5200 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XP120 grades versus the S5200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the S5200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP120 and S5200 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP120 and S5200.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm XP120 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.