Nikon P300 vs Samsung HZ25W

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon P300 versus Samsung HZ25W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P300 was brought out 11 months later than the HZ25W so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the P300 matches up vs the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 offers outside measurements 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 HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the P300 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and HZ25W.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher P300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.