Nikon P520 vs Sony H300

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon P520 vs Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the H300 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P520 was revealed 12 months earlier than the H300 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P520 matches up versus the H300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P520 has got physical measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P520 vs Sony H300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the P520 and the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and H300 is 66 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and H300.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H300 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P520 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.