Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500
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Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced March 2011

Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S5300 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S5300 was introduced 2 years after the RS1500 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S5300 grades vs the RS1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Pentax RS1500
S5300 | RS1500 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2011 | Newer by 35 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Nikon S5300
RS1500 | S5300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5300 and Pentax RS1500
S5300 | RS1500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5300 features outside measurements 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 Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Nikon S5300 and Pentax RS1500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S5300 vs the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and RS1500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S5300 and RS1500.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S5300 to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer S5300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5300 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2011-03-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-208mm (8.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 138 grams (0.30 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $180 | $150 |