Nikon P300 vs Sony S930

Here, we are matching up the Nikon P300 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was unveiled 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the P300 matches up against the S930 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 features outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P300 and Sony S930 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the P300 and the S930.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and S930 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and S930.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P300 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger P300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.