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 S8100 and Nikon P300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S8100 has external dimensions of 104 x 60 x 30 mm (4.09 x 2.36 x 1.18″) and weighs 180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon S8100 and the Nikon P300. Nikon P300 is 1mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Nikon S8100 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Comparison image of the Nikon S8100 and the Nikon P300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon S8100 and Nikon P300.
Comparison image of the Nikon S8100 and the Nikon P300 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S8100 and Nikon P300.
Top View Comparison image of the Nikon S8100 and the Nikon P300 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S8100 is 9g lighter than the Nikon P300 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix S8100 nor Nikon Coolpix P300 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 S8100 and Nikon P300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
