Nikon P300 vs Nikon S5300

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon P300 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the S5300 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P300 grades against the S5300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the P300 against the S5300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and S5300.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S5300 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older P300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.