Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic FP1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic FP1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and FP1 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was announced 4 years later than the FP1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S5300 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S5300 scores vs the FP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 features outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic FP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S5300 compared to the FP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and FP1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5300 and FP1.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S5300 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern S5300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.