Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200
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Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S5200 was revealed 18 months after the S6200 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S5200 grades versus the S6200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Nikon S6200
S5200 | S6200 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | August 2011 | Newer by 18 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Nikon S5200
S6200 | S5200 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Nikon S6200
S5200 | S6200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5200 compared to the S6200.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and S6200 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and S6200.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S5200 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
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 |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lb) | 160 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 shots | 250 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $130 | $229 |