Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced April 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS15
- Successor is Panasonic ZS25
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe S5200 was announced 10 months later than the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S5200 scores against the ZS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic ZS20
S5200 | ZS20 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | April 2012 | More recent by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Nikon S5200
ZS20 | S5200 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic ZS20
S5200 | ZS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 offers external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S5200 and the ZS20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and ZS20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S5200 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent S5200 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 lb) | 206g (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $130 | $349 |