Nikon S5300 vs Olympus TG-4

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S5300 and Olympus TG-4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the TG-4 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was introduced 15 months prior to the TG-4 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S5300 matches up against the TG-4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S5300 against the TG-4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and TG-4 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and TG-4.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S5300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.