Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5
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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6200 was introduced 16 months prior to the F5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S6200 matches up against the F5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Panasonic F5
S6200 | F5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Nikon S6200
F5 | S6200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic F5
S6200 | F5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S6200 against the F5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6200 and F5.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S6200 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S6200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 250 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $100 |