• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 156.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S5200 advantages over Ricoh Theta SC

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $300 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    156 mm vs 7 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Ricoh Theta SC advantages over Nikon S5200

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.5
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 260 vs 160 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    8 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    102g vs 146g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    7 mm vs 26 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm JX580

Nikon S5200
Fujifilm JX580
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Fujifilm JX580

Ricoh Theta SC
Fujifilm JX580
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Fujifilm JX580

Compared to Nikon S4300

Nikon S5200
Nikon S4300
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Shoots 1080p video
  • $170
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S4300

Ricoh Theta SC
Nikon S4300
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $170
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Nikon S4300

Compared to Sony TX30

Nikon S5200
Sony TX30
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $219
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Sony TX30

Ricoh Theta SC
Sony TX30
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $219
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Sony TX30

Compared to Nikon S3500

Nikon S5200
Nikon S3500
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More dots on screen
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S3500

Ricoh Theta SC
Nikon S3500
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Nikon S3500

Compared to Nikon S5300

Nikon S5200
Nikon S5300
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Faster shutter
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Nikon S5300

Ricoh Theta SC
Nikon S5300
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta SC vs Nikon S5300

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