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 Fujifilm HS50 EXR 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). Fujifilm HS50 EXR has external dimensions of and weighs 808 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR. Nikon P300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 32mm narrower, 43mm shorter and 114mm thinner than Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
![Nikon P300 vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR Camera Size Comparison - Front View]()
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
![Nikon P300 vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR Camera Size Comparison - Back View]()
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
![Nikon P300 vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR Camera Size Comparison - Top View]()
Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR 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 (619g ) than the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P300 and Fujifilm HS50 EXR's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Fujifilm HS50 EXR sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over the head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Nikon P300's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to HS50 EXR.