Nikon P300 vs Nikon S4300

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon P300 versus Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and S4300 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was launched 8 months earlier than the S4300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the P300 matches up against the S4300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the P300 vs the S4300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and S4300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and S4300.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S4300 to give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.