Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2
95 Imaging
40 Features
26 Overall
34
96 Imaging
38 Features
29 Overall
34
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S5200 was unveiled 13 months later than the S2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S5200 scores vs the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic S2
S5200 | S2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Nikon S5200
S2 | S5200 |
---|
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic S2
S5200 | S2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S5200 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S5200 vs the S2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and S2.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S5200 to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger S5200 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lb) | 112g (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | 280 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $109 |