Nikon P300 vs Pentax WG-3

Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon P300 and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the P300 matches up against the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 features physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P300 and Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the P300 compared to the WG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and WG-3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and WG-3.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older P300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.