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 Leica V-Lux 4 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). Leica V-Lux 4 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4. Nikon P300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 22mm narrower, 29mm shorter and 78mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 4.
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4.
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Leica V-Lux 4 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 (399g ) than the Leica V-Lux 4 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Leica V-Lux 4 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 Leica V-Lux 4's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Leica V-Lux 4 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 V-Lux 4.