Nikon P80 vs Sony WX300

Here, we are comparing the Nikon P80 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P80 was brought out 5 years prior to the WX300 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the P80 grades against the WX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P80 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P80 features physical measurements of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Nikon P80 versus Sony WX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the P80 against the WX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and WX300 is 75 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and WX300.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX300 to render greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.