Fujifilm X30 vs Nikon P300

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and P300 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 3 years after the P300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 grades versus the P300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 has got outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 and Nikon P300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the P300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X30 and P300 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X30 and P300.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 contains the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer Fujifilm X30 provides an edge in sensor tech.