Fujifilm X20 vs Nikon S5300

On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and S5300 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X20 was introduced 8 months prior to the S5300 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X20 scores versus the S5300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X20 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 features outer dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X20 and Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the S5300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and S5300 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and S5300.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S5300 will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.