Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon D5300

The following is a extended overview of the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon D5300, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and D5300 (24MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and D5300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-S5 was brought out 6 years before the D5300 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-S5 grades against the D5300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Nikon D5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Nikon D5300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Nikon D5300 has proportions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon D5300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-S5 and the D5300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and D5300 is 97 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and D5300.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-S5 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Nikon D5300 will resolve more detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.