Canon SX120 IS vs Nikon P300

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX120 IS and Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively close but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and P300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX120 IS was brought out 21 months before the P300 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX120 IS scores against the P300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS has external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX120 IS and Nikon P300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX120 IS versus the P300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and P300 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and P300.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Nikon P300 will result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.