Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH6

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P300 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the FH6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the P300 scores against the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P300 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P300 against the FH6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and FH6 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and FH6.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH6 to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older P300 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.