Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S5300

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and S5300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7800 was introduced very close to the S5300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P7800 grades against the S5300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7800 features outer dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Nikon S5300 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

See the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P7800 versus the S5300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and S5300 is 82 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and S5300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7800 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S5300 will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.