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 S6100 and Sony HX300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S6100 has external dimensions of 98 x 58 x 27 mm (3.86 x 2.28 x 1.06″) and weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX300 has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.1 x 3.67 x 4.06″) and weighs 623 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300. Nikon S6100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 32mm narrower, 35mm shorter and 76mm thinner than Sony HX300.
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Comparison image of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300.
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Comparison image of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S6100 and Sony HX300 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S6100 is significantly lighter (448g ) than the Sony HX300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S6100 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 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 S6100 and Sony HX300's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Sony HX300 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 S6100 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to HX300.