Canon A1300 vs Nikon W300

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon A1300 and Nikon W300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was revealed 6 years earlier than the W300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A1300 matches up versus the W300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Canon A1300 and Nikon W300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A1300 vs the W300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and W300 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and W300.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older A1300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.