Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic SZ8

Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon S5300 and Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was brought out very close to the SZ8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S5300 scores against the SZ8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S5300 vs the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and SZ8.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account.