Canon R100 vs Nikon D300
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Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Introduced May 2023
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Released March 2008
- Replaced the Nikon D200
- Later Model is Nikon D300S

Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon R100 and Nikon D300, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and D300 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The R100 was announced 15 years later than the D300 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D300 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the R100 scores versus the D300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R100 & Nikon D300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery & Nikon D300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Nikon D300
R100 | D300 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | March 2008 | More recent by 186 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Canon R100
D300 | R100 |
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Common features in the Canon R100 and Nikon D300
R100 | D300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon R100 offers physical measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon D300 has proportions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).
Contrast the Canon R100 and Nikon D300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R100 versus the D300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R100 and D300 is 76 and 55 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R100 and D300.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon R100 to deliver more detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger R100 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon R100 vs Nikon D300 Screen and ViewFinder


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