Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
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- 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
- Revealed May 2011
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
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Here, we are reviewing the Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and TG-830 iHS (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe P300 was manufactured 19 months before the TG-830 iHS making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P300 grades vs the TG-830 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
| P300 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Nikon P300
| TG-830 iHS | P300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 | May 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
| P300 | TG-830 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Olympus TG-830 iHS has sizing of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P300 versus the TG-830 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and TG-830 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and TG-830 iHS.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-830 iHS to give greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2011-05-31 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 photographs | 300 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $500 | $0 |