Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a detailed overview of the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic ZS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was unveiled 15 months later than the ZS5 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6200 grades versus the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S6200 vs the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and ZS5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and ZS5.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher S6200 provides an edge in sensor innovation.