Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600
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Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released May 2011
- Renewed by Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2014
- Updated by Nikon P610
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and P600 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe P300 was launched 3 years earlier than the P600 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P300 scores vs the P600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix P600. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Nikon P600
P300 | P600 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Nikon P300
P600 | P300 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | May 2011 | More modern by 32 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Nikon P600
P300 | P600 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 has got outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P600 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the P300 and the P600.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and P600 is 92 and 65 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and P600.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P600 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged P300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P300 vs Nikon P600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix P600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix P600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-05-31 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 7.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lb) | 565g (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 | 240 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $500 | $750 |