Nikon P1000 vs Sony H300

Here, we are matching up the Nikon P1000 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was announced 4 years after the H300 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the P1000 scores against the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P1000 provides outside dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) while the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P1000 compared to the H300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and H300 is 49 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and H300.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony H300 to provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher P1000 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.