Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S5200 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was brought out 19 months after the WX30 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S5200 scores against the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5200 has got outside 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 Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S5200 compared to the WX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5200 and WX30.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer S5200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.