Nikon P300 vs Nikon P310

Lets look much closer at the Nikon P300 vs Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the P310 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P300 matches up versus the P310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix P310. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 provides exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the P300 against the P310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and P310 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and P310.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P310 to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.