Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S5300

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon S5300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the S5300 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was launched 19 months earlier than the S5300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR300 grades against the S5300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the S5300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and S5300.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.