Canon SX150 IS vs Nikon P300

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.