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 N100 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 N100 has external dimensions of 105 x 68 x 36 mm (4.13 x 2.68 x 1.42″) and weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon N100. Nikon P300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Canon N100.
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Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon N100 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon N100.
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Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon N100 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Canon N100.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Canon N100 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 (100g ) than the Canon N100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Canon PowerShot N100 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 N100's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Canon N100 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 N100.