Nikon P300 vs Olympus TG-5

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon P300 and Olympus TG-5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the TG-5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the P300 scores versus the TG-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Olympus TG-5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 offers exterior dimensions 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 TG-5 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P300 and Olympus TG-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P300 compared to the TG-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and TG-5 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and TG-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older P300 will be behind in sensor technology.