Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Nikon S1200pj

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was brought out 6 months prior to the S1200pj and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ELPH 300 HS scores versus the S1200pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has sizing of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the S1200pj.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and S1200pj.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S1200pj to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively.