Nikon P300 vs Olympus 9000

Its time to look much closer at the Nikon P300 vs Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was revealed 2 years after the 9000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the P300 matches up against the 9000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The full galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 comes with outer 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 9000 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P300 and the 9000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and 9000 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and 9000.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger P300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.