Nikon S6200 vs Sony WX50
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Nikon S6200 vs Sony WX50 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
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
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The following is a complete overview of the Nikon S6200 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6200 was released 5 months earlier than the WX50 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S6200 grades vs the WX50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Sony WX50
| S6200 | WX50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Nikon S6200
| WX50 | S6200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Sony WX50
| S6200 | WX50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2011 | January 2012 | Same age | |
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has got external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6200 versus Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S6200 and the WX50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and WX50 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6200 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and WX50.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon S6200 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2012-01-30 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| 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) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| 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 images | 240 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $229 | $250 |