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SENSOR Effective pixels: 24 megapixels
SENSOR Max resolution: 6000 x 4000
SENSOR Sensor size: APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
SENSOR Sensor photo detectors: 25 megapixels
IMAGE ISO: Auto, 100 - 6400 (25600 with boost)
IMAGE White balance presets: 12
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Flash range: 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Articulated LCD: Fully articulated
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen dots: 921,000
VIDEOGRAPHY FEATURES Microphone: Stereo
OPTICS & FOCUS Number of focus points: 39
OTHER FEATURES GPS: Optional
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PHYSICAL Weight (inc. batteries): 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
Summary
The D5200 highest resolution of 6000 x 4000 pixels (24 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Canon EOS 1200D (EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70) highest resolution of 5184 x 3456 pixels (18 megapixels). The D5200 has bigger sensor than the Canon EOS 1200D (EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70): APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) versus APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm). This is the most significant difference between these cameras because large sensor lets the photographer to capture pictures of the more professional quality. The D5200 provides more number of white balance presets - 12. It gives the photographer more control over colour. The D5200 offers more number of focus points in compare with the Canon EOS 1200D (EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70): 39 vs 9. More focus points means more convenience while attempting to focus on objects which are not centred.
The Nikon D5200 is produced with articulated display which will allow the photographer to make photos from any odd angle. The D5200 screen is better as it offers more number of screen dots 921,000 in compare to 460,000 dots of the Canon EOS 1200D (EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70) display. The higher dot count screen is better for reviewing photos on your camera.
The Canon EOS 1200D (EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70) weighs 480g that is 75g less in comparison with the weight of the Nikon D5200. The Nikon D5200 can utilize optional accessory GPS devices. This feature can be useful for the travel photographer, to be able to go into the photo metadata and find out exactly where a picture was taken.
Taking into account the above differences the Nikon D5200 becomes the best buy. Get the list of the best offers on Amazon