Nikon P100 vs Sony WX300

Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon P100 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the P100 (10MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P100 was introduced 3 years before the WX300 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P100 scores against the WX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P100 provides exterior dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P100 versus Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the P100 versus the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P100 and WX300 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P100 and WX300.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX300 to resolve extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older P100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.