Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs
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Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Announced May 2017
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Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon W300 versus Nikon D2Xs, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Pro DSLR and both are built by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and D2Xs (12MP) and the W300 (1/2.3") and D2Xs (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe W300 was introduced 11 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon W300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the W300 matches up versus the D2Xs when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Nikon D2Xs. The whole galleries are available at Nikon W300 Gallery and Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon D2Xs
W300 | D2Xs | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | June 2006 | More recent by 134 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 235k | Crisper display (+686k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Nikon W300
D2Xs | W300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Nikon D2Xs
W300 | D2Xs | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon W300 has physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Xs has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Compare the Nikon W300 versus Nikon D2Xs in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the W300 and the D2Xs.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and D2Xs is 91 and 51 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and D2Xs.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The W300 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon W300 will show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent W300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon W300 vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Nikon D2Xs | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Nikon D2Xs |
Type | Waterproof | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2017-05-31 | 2006-06-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | - | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 235 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) | 1200 gr (2.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 59 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 489 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photographs | - |
Battery type | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $387 | $3,999 |