Nikon P300 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P300 was brought out 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P300 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 features physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P300 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P300 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P300 will be behind in sensor innovation.