Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70
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93 Imaging
38 Features
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Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2011

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S5200 and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S5200 was revealed 2 years later than the H70 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S5200 scores against the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Sony H70
S5200 | H70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 26 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Nikon S5200
H70 | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Sony H70
S5200 | H70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5200 and Sony H70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S5200 versus the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and H70.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S5200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S5200 vs Sony H70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lb) | 194 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $199 |