Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S9300

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon S5200 and Nikon S9300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Nikon. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was revealed 7 months later than the S9300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S5200 grades against the S9300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S5200 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S5200 and Nikon S9300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S5200 versus the S9300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and S9300 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and S9300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern S5200 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.