Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2011
- Updated by Nikon P310
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX150 IS was manufactured 12 months after the P300 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX150 IS scores vs the P300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Nikon P300
SX150 IS | P300 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | May 2011 | Newer by 12 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Canon SX150 IS
P300 | SX150 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P300
SX150 IS | P300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has got external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Nikon P300 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX150 IS and Nikon P300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS and the P300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and P300 is 86 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and P300.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX150 IS to give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2011-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 189 grams (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 130 photos | 240 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $249 | $500 |