Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S5300

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon S5300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the S5300 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was announced 2 months after the S5300 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX700 HS scores vs the S5300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon S5300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX700 HS and the S5300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and S5300 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and S5300.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.