Nikon P310 vs Nikon S5300

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P310 versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the S5300 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P310 was manufactured 18 months prior to the S5300 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P310 grades against the S5300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the P310 compared to the S5300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P310 and S5300.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged P310 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.