Nikon L810 vs Nikon S5300

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon L810 and Nikon S5300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S5300 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L810 was manufactured 23 months prior to the S5300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L810 matches up versus the S5300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

See the Nikon L810 and Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L810 and the S5300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and S5300 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and S5300.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older L810 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.