Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300
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Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon P310
- Later Model is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2014

Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and S5300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

The P330 was manufactured 10 months prior to the S5300 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P330 matches up vs the S5300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Nikon S5300
P330 | S5300 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Nikon P330
S5300 | P330 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2013 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon P330 and Nikon S5300
P330 | S5300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P330 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the P330 compared to the S5300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and S5300.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The P330 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S5300 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P330 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P330 vs Nikon S5300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Nikon Coolpix S5300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-03-04 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-208mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) | 138 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 180 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $500 | $180 |