Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S5300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and S5300 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 18 months earlier than the S5300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X10 grades versus the S5300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X10 has external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon S5300 has measurements 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 Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S5300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the S5300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and S5300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and S5300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S5300 will offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.