Nikon L19 vs Nikon S5200

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon L19 versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and S5200 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and S5200 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The L19 was announced 5 years prior to the S5200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L19 matches up vs the S5200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L19 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L19 versus Nikon S5200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the L19 compared to the S5200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and S5200 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and S5200.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L19 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon S5200 will offer you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.