Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced May 2009
- Alternative Name is WB500

Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon S5300 versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S5300 was brought out 4 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S5300 grades vs the HZ10W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Samsung HZ10W
S5300 | HZ10W | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 57 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Nikon S5300
HZ10W | S5300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5300 and Samsung HZ10W
S5300 | HZ10W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 enjoys external 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 Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S5300 versus Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S5300 vs the HZ10W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and HZ10W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and HZ10W.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S5300 to provide more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer S5300 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5300 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Samsung HZ10W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-208mm (8.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $180 | $300 |