Nikon Z5 vs Sony HX300

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z5 vs Sony HX300, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty close but the Z5 (Full frame) and HX300 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The Z5 was brought out 7 years after the HX300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z5 scores against the HX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has got outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

See the Nikon Z5 vs Sony HX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z5 against the HX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and HX300 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z5 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.