Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300
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Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon P300
- New Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Released May 2017

Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon P310 and Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P310 was introduced 6 years prior to the W300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P310 scores against the W300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Nikon W300
P310 | W300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon P310
W300 | P310 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | ![]() | June 2012 | More modern by 60 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Nikon W300
P310 | W300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon W300 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Nikon P310 and Nikon W300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P310 against the W300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and W300 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and W300.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged P310 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-06-22 | 2017-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 231 grams (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 280 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $700 | $387 |