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 Nikon S6300 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). Nikon S6300 has external dimensions of 94 x 58 x 26 mm (3.7 x 2.28 x 1.02″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon P300 and the Nikon S6300. Nikon P300 has the same height with Nikon S6300. On the other hand, with a width of 103mm, it is 9 wider and also with a thickness of 32mm, it is 6mm thicker than Nikon S6300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon P300 and Nikon S6300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Nikon S6300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6300 is significantly lighter (29g ) than the Nikon P300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Nikon Coolpix S6300 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, 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's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S6300's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.