Nikon S5300 vs Olympus SH-3

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S5300 and Olympus SH-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was unveiled 3 years prior to the SH-3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S5300 grades vs the SH-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Olympus Stylus SH-3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Olympus SH-3 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S5300 against the SH-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and SH-3 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and SH-3.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S5300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.