Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5
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![Nikon Coolpix S5300 front Nikon Coolpix S5300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S5300/Nikon-S5300-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX5/Sony-WX5-front.jpg)
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Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced July 2010
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Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S5300 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S5300 was manufactured 3 years after the WX5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the S5300 scores vs the WX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Sony WX5
S5300 | WX5 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Nikon S5300
WX5 | S5300 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX5
S5300 | WX5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S5300 features external 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) whilst the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S5300 and the WX5.
![Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 size comparison Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5300 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 top view buttons comparison Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5300 and WX5.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S5300 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern S5300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 sensor size comparison Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5300-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-208mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 138 gr (0.30 pounds) | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $250 |