Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was unveiled 23 months prior to the SZ10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S5200 scores versus the SZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will have to 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") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S5200 against the SZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and SZ10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and SZ10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older S5200 will be behind in sensor technology.