Nikon S5300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S5300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was introduced 11 months later than the Galaxy Camera so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S5300 scores against the Galaxy Camera in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5300 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S5300 and the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and Galaxy Camera.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S5300 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.