Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Nikon S5300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax WG-3 GPS has external dimensions of 125 x 64 x 33 mm (4.9 x 2.5 x 1.3″) and weighs 238 g (0.52 lb / 8.40 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 the Pentax WG-3 GPS and the Nikon S5300. Nikon S5300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 28mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 12mm thinner than Pentax WG-3 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Nikon S5300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax WG-3 GPS and Nikon S5300.
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 (100g ) than the Pentax WG-3 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-3 GPS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the S5300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax WG-3 GPS and Nikon S5300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.