Nikon P300 vs Olympus XZ-10

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon P300 versus Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P300 was manufactured 20 months before the XZ-10 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P300 grades vs the XZ-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 has external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the P300 compared to the XZ-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and XZ-10 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and XZ-10.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.