Nikon W300 vs Samsung HZ10W

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon W300 versus Samsung HZ10W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W300 was unveiled 8 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the W300 grades against the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Nikon W300 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon W300 offers exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Nikon W300 versus Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the W300 versus the HZ10W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the W300 and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the W300 and HZ10W.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon W300 to provide you with more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern W300 should have an edge in sensor technology.