Nikon P300 vs Nikon S630

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon P300 versus Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 2 years later than the S630 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the P300 matches up versus the S630 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Nikon Coolpix S630. The full galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the P300 against the S630.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and S630 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and S630.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer P300 will have an advantage in sensor tech.