Nikon P300 vs Pentax P80

Below, we are comparing the Nikon P300 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was launched 23 months later than the P80 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P300 scores against the P80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 enjoys outside 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 Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the P300 and the P80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and P80.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger P300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.