Nikon P300 vs Panasonic XS1

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon P300 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was revealed 19 months earlier than the XS1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the P300 matches up vs the XS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P300 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the P300 and the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and XS1 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and XS1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged P300 is going to be behind in sensor tech.