Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6000

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S5200 and Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was announced 3 years after the S6000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S5200 matches up versus the S6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon S6000 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Nikon S5200 and Nikon S6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S5200 versus the S6000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and S6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and S6000.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S5200 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S5200 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.