Nikon S5200 vs Olympus VH-515

Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S5200 versus Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and VH-515 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was released 6 months later than the VH-515 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S5200 matches up vs the VH-515 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Olympus VH-515. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 provides outside dimensions 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 Olympus VH-515 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S5200 versus the VH-515.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and VH-515 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and VH-515.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S5200 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.