Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300
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Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Newer Model is Nikon A1000
(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
- Launched May 2017

Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and W300 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A900 was brought out 15 months prior to the W300 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the A900 matches up against the W300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Nikon W300
A900 | W300 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon A900
W300 | A900 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2016 | Newer by 15 months |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Nikon W300
A900 | W300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A900 compared to the W300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and W300 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A900 and W300.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon A900 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged A900 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A900 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | - |
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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289g (0.64 lbs) | 231g (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 300 pictures | 280 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $387 |