Nikon S6900 vs Nikon D300

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S6900 vs Nikon D300, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S6900 (16MP) and D300 (12MP) and the S6900 (1/2.3") and D300 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The S6900 was introduced 7 years later than the D300 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S6900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D300 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S6900 scores versus the D300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6900 & Nikon D300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6900 Gallery & Nikon D300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6900 has got outside dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon D300 has dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6900 vs Nikon D300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S6900 against the D300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6900 and D300 is 93 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6900 and D300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S6900 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon S6900 will provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger S6900 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.