Nikon W300 vs Sony G3
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Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced May 2017
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon W300 vs Sony G3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The W300 was revealed 8 years later than the G3 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the W300 scores vs the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Sony G3
W300 | G3 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 103 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon W300
G3 | W300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Sony G3
W300 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 offers physical measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the W300 compared to the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the W300 and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and G3.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon W300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger W300 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-05-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | - | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | - |
Battery type | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $387 | $200 |