Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic FH7

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S5300 versus Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was released 2 years after the FH7 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S5300 grades against the FH7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5300 has physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5300 versus Panasonic FH7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S5300 against the FH7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and FH7 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and FH7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher S5300 will have an edge in sensor technology.