Nikon P300 vs Pentax VS20

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P300 vs Pentax VS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P300 was launched 7 months earlier than the VS20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the P300 grades versus the VS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the P300 against the VS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and VS20 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and VS20.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax VS20 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older P300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.