Nikon P300 vs Nikon S1000pj

Below is a in depth review of the Nikon P300 versus Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was manufactured 23 months later than the S1000pj making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the P300 grades vs the S1000pj with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 enjoys physical 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 S1000pj has dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P300 versus Nikon S1000pj in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the P300 vs the S1000pj.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and S1000pj is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and S1000pj.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer P300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.