Nikon S6200 vs Sony HX50V

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S6200 versus Sony HX50V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was revealed 20 months prior to the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S6200 grades against the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6200 versus Sony HX50V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S6200 and the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and HX50V is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and HX50V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX50V to offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S6200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.