Nikon P520 vs Sony HX300

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon P520 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P520 was introduced at a similar time to the HX300 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P520 matches up vs the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P520 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P520 comes with external 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 HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P520 vs Sony HX300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the P520 compared to the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and HX300 is 66 and 63 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and HX300.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX300 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.