Nikon W300 vs Sony HX10V

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon W300 versus Sony HX10V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W300 was revealed 5 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the W300 matches up versus the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon W300 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the W300 compared to the HX10V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and HX10V.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX10V to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger W300 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.