• 1/2.5 inch 24.7mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 114.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Rollei FL100iT advantages over Nikon S5300

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.58 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    15 mm vs 20 mm
    Thinner

Nikon S5300 advantages over Rollei FL100iT

  • Less expensive
    $180 vs $288 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger sensor
    1/2.3 inch vs 1/2.5 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    200 mm vs 114 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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 Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • 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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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm Z20fd

Rollei FL100iT
Fujifilm Z20fd
  • $288
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Nikon S5300
Fujifilm Z20fd
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm Z30

Rollei FL100iT
Fujifilm Z30
  • $288
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Thinner
  • $122
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Nikon S5300
Fujifilm Z30
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $122
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm Z33WP

Rollei FL100iT
Fujifilm Z33WP
  • $288
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Thinner
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
Nikon S5300
Fujifilm Z33WP
  • $210
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon S3600

Rollei FL100iT
Nikon S3600
  • $288
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
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

Compared to Canon 340 HS

Rollei FL100iT
Canon 340 HS
  • $288
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
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
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