Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S5300

Here is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-10 and Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and S5300 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-10 was released at a similar time to the S5300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-10 matches up versus the S5300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-10 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Casio EX-10 and Nikon S5300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-10 against the S5300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-10 and S5300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-10 and S5300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-10 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S5300 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.