• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.5 megapixels
  • 7.30mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S5300 advantages over Ricoh Theta V

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $430 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    200 mm vs 7 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Ricoh Theta V advantages over Nikon S5300

  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.7
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 180 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    7 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Wider angle lens
    7 mm vs 25 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/25000 vs 1/1500 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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Compared to Nikon S3600

Nikon S5300
Nikon S3600
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Nikon S3600

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon S3600
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Nikon S3600

Compared to Canon 340 HS

Nikon S5300
Canon 340 HS
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Canon 340 HS

Ricoh Theta V
Canon 340 HS
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Canon 340 HS

Compared to Nikon S3700

Nikon S5300
Nikon S3700
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • HDMI out
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More pixels

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Nikon S3700

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon S3700
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $129
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Nikon S3700

Compared to Canon 350 HS

Nikon S5300
Canon 350 HS
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Manual focus

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Canon 350 HS

Ricoh Theta V
Canon 350 HS
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Canon 350 HS

Compared to Nikon A300

Nikon S5300
Nikon A300
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • HDMI out
  • $137
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon S5300 vs Nikon A300

Ricoh Theta V
Nikon A300
  • $444
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $137
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Ricoh Theta V vs Nikon A300

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