Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010
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Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 130g - 96 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2009

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Nikon S5300 versus Olympus FE-5010, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and FE-5010 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S5300 was introduced 5 years after the FE-5010 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S5300 scores vs the FE-5010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Olympus FE-5010. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Olympus FE-5010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Olympus FE-5010
S5300 | FE-5010 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 61 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Nikon S5300
FE-5010 | S5300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5300 and Olympus FE-5010
S5300 | FE-5010 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus FE-5010 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5300 versus Olympus FE-5010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S5300 and the FE-5010.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and FE-5010 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and FE-5010.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S5300 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger S5300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5300 vs Olympus FE-5010 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Olympus FE-5010 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Olympus FE-5010 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-208mm (8.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 138 gr (0.30 lbs) | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $130 |