Canon G12 vs Nikon S5300

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon G12 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and S5300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The G12 was launched 4 years prior to the S5300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the G12 matches up against the S5300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G12 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G12 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G12 has got external measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon S5300 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G12 vs Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G12 versus the S5300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G12 and S5300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G12 and S5300.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G12 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S5300 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged G12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.