Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic SZ10
S5200 | SZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Nikon S5200
SZ10 | S5200 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | January 2013 | More recent by 23 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic SZ10
S5200 | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2015-01-06 |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 photos | 200 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $130 | $200 |