Canon N vs Nikon P300

Below is a complete overview of the Canon N vs Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The N was announced 20 months later than the P300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the N scores vs the P300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon N provides outside measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon P300 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Canon N vs Nikon P300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the N versus the P300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the N and P300.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern N should have an edge in sensor technology.