Nikon S100 vs Nikon W300

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S100 vs Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the W300 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was released 6 years before the W300 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S100 scores versus the W300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S100 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S100 vs Nikon W300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S100 compared to the W300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and W300 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and W300.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.