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Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S5200 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Key Specs

Nikon S5200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-156mm (F) lens
  • 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
Sony H90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
  • Released February 2012
Photography Glossary

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S5200 versus Sony H90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was brought out 12 months after the H90 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S5200 grades against the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Sony H90

 S5200 H90 
ReleasedJanuary 2013February 2012More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Nikon S5200

 H90 S5200 
Screen resolution461k460kSharper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Sony H90

 S5200 H90 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S5200 versus Sony H90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S5200 and the H90.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and H90.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent S5200 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 sensor size comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S5200
Portrait photography with Sony H90
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
36
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S5200
Street photography with Sony H90
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (222g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S5200 Sports photography info
Sony H90 Sports photography info
27
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (160 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
44
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5200 Travel photography highlights
Sony H90 Travel photography highlights
68
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
bad battery (160 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition in class (222g)
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
no Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S5200
Landscape photography with Sony H90
41
reasonably wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
bad battery (160 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
44
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S5200 Vlogging information
Sony H90 Vlogging information
32
reasonably wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have mic socket
32
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (222 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone support
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Nikon S5200 vs Sony H90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5200 and Sony H90
 Nikon Coolpix S5200Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S5200 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-29 2012-02-28
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-156mm (6.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.70 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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 format - MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 146 gr (0.32 lbs) 222 gr (0.49 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos 290 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack 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
Cost at release $130 $230