Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Successor is Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Introduced August 2011

Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon P300 versus Olympus TG-810, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The P300 was announced 2 months before the TG-810 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the P300 scores versus the TG-810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus TG-810. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Olympus TG-810
P300 | TG-810 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Nikon P300
TG-810 | P300 |
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Common features in the Nikon P300 and Olympus TG-810
P300 | TG-810 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 enjoys 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) and the Olympus TG-810 has proportions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the Nikon P300 versus Olympus TG-810 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the P300 vs the TG-810.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and TG-810 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and TG-810.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-810 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively.

Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-810 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus TG-810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus TG-810 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lb) | 215g (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | 220 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $500 | $428 |