Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon S5200

Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X30 versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and S5200 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 20 months later than the S5200 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X30 scores vs the S5200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X30 provides outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5200 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 versus Nikon S5200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus the S5200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and S5200 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and S5200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S5200 will give more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X30 will have an edge in sensor tech.