• 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 V

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $430 (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

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Nikon S5200

  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • 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
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 160 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    7 years vs 12 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • 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
    1/25000 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 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
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review 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 Sony DSC-TX100V

Nikon S5200
Sony DSC-TX100V
  • $369
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $282
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Sony DSC-TX100V

Ricoh Theta V
Sony DSC-TX100V
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $282
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Sony DSC-TX100V

Compared to Sony TX200V

Nikon S5200
Sony TX200V
  • $369
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $363
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Sony TX200V

Ricoh Theta V
Sony TX200V
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $363
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Waterproof

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Sony TX200V

Compared to Sony TX20

Nikon S5200
Sony TX20
  • $369
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $370
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Sony TX20

Ricoh Theta V
Sony TX20
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $370
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Sony TX20

Compared to Sony TF1

Nikon S5200
Sony TF1
  • $369
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon S5200 vs Sony TF1

Ricoh Theta V
Sony TF1
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Sony TF1

Compared to Nikon S3500

Nikon S5200
Nikon S3500
  • $369
  • 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 V
Nikon S3500
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Nikon S3500

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