Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S5300

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was revealed 5 years prior to the S5300 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S1000pj scores versus the S5300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys outside dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S5300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj against the S5300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and S5300 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and S5300.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S5300 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.