Nikon S4300 vs Sony HX30V

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S4300 and Sony HX30V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was introduced very close to the HX30V so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S4300 matches up versus the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S4300 against the HX30V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4300 and HX30V.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.