Nikon P300 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we are matching up the Nikon P300 and Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P300 was revealed 17 months after the HZ30W making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P300 grades vs the HZ30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 comes with 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) and the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P300 against the HZ30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and HZ30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and HZ30W.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger P300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.