Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon P300 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was released 11 months prior to the TG-1 iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P300 matches up vs the TG-1 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 offers 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 TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P300 versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the P300 versus the TG-1 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and TG-1 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and TG-1 iHS.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older P300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.