Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II 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 G1 X II has external dimensions of 116 x 74 x 66 mm (4.57 x 2.91 x 2.6″) and weighs 553 g (1.22 lb / 19.51 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II. Nikon P300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 34mm thinner than Canon G1 X II.
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Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II.
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Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P300 is significantly lighter (364g ) than the Canon G1 X II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P300 and Canon G1 X II's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Canon G1 X II features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels whereas the Nikon P300 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to G1 X MII.