Nikon S5300 vs Samsung ST150F

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S5300 vs Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was brought out 13 months after the ST150F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the S5300 scores vs the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5300 has outside 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) whilst the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S5300 vs Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S5300 vs the ST150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5300 and ST150F.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern S5300 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.