Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon S5300

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX280 HS and Nikon S5300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was launched 9 months earlier than the S5300 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX280 HS scores vs the S5300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has specifications 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 SX280 HS and Nikon S5300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS and the S5300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and S5300 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and S5300.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S5300 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX280 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.