Nikon P300 vs Panasonic S2

Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon P300 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the S2 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the P300 matches up vs the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P300 and Panasonic S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the P300 vs the S2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and S2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and S2.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic S2 to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older P300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.