Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon L820 and Sony H300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L820 has external dimensions of 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35″) and weighs 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) (including batteries). Sony H300 has external dimensions of 130 x 95 x 122 mm (5.1 x 3.74 x 4.81″) and weighs 590 g (1.30 lb / 20.81 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon L820 and the Sony H300. Nikon L820 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 19mm shorter and 37mm thinner than Sony H300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon L820 and Sony H300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L820 and Sony H300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L820 is significantly lighter (120g ) than the Sony H300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L820 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L820 and Sony H300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.