Canon S100 vs Nikon P300

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon S100 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the S100 (1/1.7") and P300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The S100 was revealed 7 months later than the P300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S100 matches up versus the P300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S100 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S100 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Canon S100 versus Nikon P300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S100 against the P300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and P300.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The S100 uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher S100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.