Nikon P500 vs Sony H300

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P500 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P500 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the H300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P500 matches up versus the H300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P500 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P500 comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P500 versus Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the P500 and the H300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P500 and H300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P500 and H300.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H300 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged P500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.