Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S5300

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon S5300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 23 months prior to the S5300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX240 HS grades versus the S5300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the S5300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and S5300 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and S5300.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S5300 to render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.