Nikon S5300 vs Sony WX70

The following is a detailed review of the Nikon S5300 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S5300 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5300 was announced 24 months after the WX70 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S5300 scores versus the WX70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5300 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5300 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S5300 versus Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S5300 compared to the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5300 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5300 and WX70.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer S5300 provides an advantage in sensor tech.