Nikon P900 vs Sony WX300

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P900 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P900 was released 2 years later than the WX300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P900 matches up vs the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P900 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P900 has external measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P900 versus Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the P900 and the WX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P900 and WX300 is 52 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and WX300.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent P900 should have an advantage in sensor technology.