Nikon P300 vs Olympus SZ-15

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon P300 and Olympus SZ-15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P300 was introduced 3 years prior to the SZ-15 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P300 scores against the SZ-15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 has physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P300 and the SZ-15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and SZ-15 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and SZ-15.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-15 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older P300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.