Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic FX580

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S5300 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was introduced 5 years later than the FX580 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S5300 grades vs the FX580 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S5300 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S5300 and the FX580.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and FX580.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S5300 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer S5300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.