Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P300 has external dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26″) and weighs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S5300 has external dimensions of 97 x 58 x 21 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.83″) and weighs 138 g (0.30 lb / 4.87 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300. Nikon P300 has the same height with Nikon S5300. On the other hand, with a width of 103mm, it is 6 wider and also with a thickness of 32mm, it is 11mm thicker than Nikon S5300.
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300.
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S5300 is significantly lighter (51g ) than the Nikon P300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Nikon Coolpix S5300 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P300 and Nikon S5300's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.