Nikon S5200 vs Pentax VS20

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S5200 versus Pentax VS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was announced 13 months after the VS20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S5200 scores vs the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 comes with external 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 Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S5200 compared to the VS20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and VS20 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and VS20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern S5200 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.