Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic XS1

The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S5300 versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was revealed 13 months after the XS1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S5300 matches up vs the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5300 comes with 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 XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S5300 and the XS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and XS1.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger S5300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.