Nikon P520 vs Sony H200

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon P520 vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P520 was brought out about the same time to the H200 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P520 matches up vs the H200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P520 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony H200 has sizing of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the P520 compared to the H200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P520 and H200 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P520 and H200.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony H200 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.