Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX5

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was revealed 20 months later than the WX5 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S4300 matches up vs the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 has got external measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S4300 compared to the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and WX5.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S4300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S4300 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.