Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S620

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S5100 versus Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was launched 19 months later than the S620 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S5100 grades versus the S620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S5100 vs the S620.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and S620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and S620.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S5100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.