Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX300

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was announced 11 months later than the WX300 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the S5300 scores against the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5300 features outer 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) while the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S5300 and the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and WX300 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and WX300.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX300 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger S5300 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.