Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon W300

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon W300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and W300 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 6 years prior to the W300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX260 HS grades versus the W300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon W300 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon W300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS and the W300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and W300 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and W300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon W300 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.