Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX500

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the WX500 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S5300 matches up versus the WX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5300 offers physical 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 WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S5300 and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S5300 against the WX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5300 and WX500 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5300 and WX500.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX500 to result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older S5300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.