Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5
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Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010

Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S5200 was revealed 2 years after the WX5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S5200 scores vs the WX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Sony WX5
S5200 | WX5 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 32 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Nikon S5200
WX5 | S5200 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Sony WX5
S5200 | WX5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 enjoys external 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) while the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S5200 against the WX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and WX5.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S5200 to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger S5200 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5200 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 pounds) | 146 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $250 |