Nikon S5200 vs Sony W690

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S5200 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was announced 12 months after the W690 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S5200 scores versus the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 offers exterior 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) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5200 vs Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S5200 compared to the W690.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5200 and W690.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern S5200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.