Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300
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Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Updated by Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched February 2012

Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The P300 was brought out 8 months earlier than the S3300 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the P300 matches up vs the S3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Nikon S3300
P300 | S3300 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Nikon P300
S3300 | P300 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Nikon S3300
P300 | S3300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 features physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the P300 vs the S3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and S3300 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and S3300.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S3300 to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older P300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 180 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $99 |