Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S4300 was launched 12 months earlier than the S5200 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S4300 grades vs the S5200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Nikon S5200
S4300 | S5200 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Nikon S4300
S5200 | S4300 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S5200
S4300 | S5200 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 has outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S4300 and the S5200.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and S5200 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and S5200.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S4300 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S5200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S5200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 pounds) | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 160 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $119 | $130 |