Nikon P510 vs Sony H300

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon P510 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P510 was revealed 19 months prior to the H300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P510 matches up vs the H300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P510 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P510 offers outer measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the P510 against the H300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P510 and H300 is 66 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P510 and H300.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged P510 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.