Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300
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Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced August 2010
- New Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2017
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and W300 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX130 IS was released 7 years prior to the W300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the W300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Nikon Coolpix W300. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Nikon W300
SX130 IS | W300 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Canon SX130 IS
W300 | SX130 IS | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | August 2010 | Fresher by 82 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Nikon W300
SX130 IS | W300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS features physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Nikon W300 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the W300.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and W300 is 85 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and W300.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon W300 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 grams (0.68 lb) | 231 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 280 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Built-in |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $387 |