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 Olympus VG-160 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). Olympus VG-160 has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 19 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P300 and Olympus VG-160. Olympus VG-160 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Nikon P300.
Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Olympus VG-160 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P300 and Olympus VG-160.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon P300 and Olympus VG-160 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VG-160 is significantly lighter (64g ) than the Nikon P300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P300 nor Olympus VG-160 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 Olympus VG-160's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.