Nikon S5300 vs Panasonic ZR1

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S5300 versus Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was unveiled 4 years after the ZR1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the S5300 grades vs the ZR1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5300 enjoys outer 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) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Nikon S5300 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S5300 and the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S5300 and ZR1.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S5300 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S5300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.