Canon G16 vs Nikon P300
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Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Old Model is Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310
Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon G16 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the G16 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is very comparable but the G16 (1/1.7") and P300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe G16 was brought out 2 years after the P300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G16 matches up vs the P300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G16 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Nikon P300
G16 | P300 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | May 2011 | More modern by 31 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Canon G16
P300 | G16 |
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Common features in the Canon G16 and Nikon P300
G16 | P300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G16 enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Canon G16 versus Nikon P300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G16 against the P300.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G16 and P300 is 85 and 92 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G16 and P300.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The G16 uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more modern G16 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon G16 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2011-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 240 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $500 |