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 S5300 and Canon G9 X side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Canon G9 X has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 31 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.21″) and weighs 209 g (0.46 lb / 7.37 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X. Nikon S5300 is 1mm narrower and 10mm thinner than Nikon S5300 but they have the same height of 58mm.
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Comparison image of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X.
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Comparison image of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S5300 and Canon G9 X 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 (71g ) than the Canon G9 X which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S5300 nor Canon PowerShot G9 X 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 S5300 and Canon G9 X's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.