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 P300 and Canon D30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P300 has external dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26″) and weighs 189 g (0.42 lb / 6.67 oz) (including batteries). Canon D30 has external dimensions of 109 x 68 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.68 x 1.1″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon P300 and the Canon D30. Nikon P300 is 6mm narrower and 10mm shorter than Canon D30 but it is also 4mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon P300 and Canon D30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon D30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P300 is 29g lighter than the Canon D30 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the D30, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the P300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P300 and Canon D30'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.