Nikon S8100 vs Nikon D300

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon S8100 and Nikon D300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the S8100 (12MP) and the D300 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S8100 (1/2.3") and D300 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The S8100 was launched 2 years later than the D300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S8100 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D300 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the S8100 grades versus the D300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Nikon D300. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Nikon D300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon D300 has measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S8100 and the D300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S8100 and D300 is 93 and 55 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8100 and D300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The S8100 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult. The more recent S8100 provides a benefit in sensor tech.