Nikon S5300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S5300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was announced 17 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S5300 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5300 features outside measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S5300 against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5300 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher S5300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.