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 W300 and Pentax XG-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon W300 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 29 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.14″) and weighs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) (including batteries). Pentax XG-1 has external dimensions of 119 x 89 x 98 mm (4.69 x 3.5 x 3.84″) and weighs 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon W300 and the Pentax XG-1. Nikon W300 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 69mm thinner than Pentax XG-1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon W300 and Pentax XG-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon W300 and Pentax XG-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon W300 is significantly lighter (336g ) than the Pentax XG-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the W300, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the XG-1.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon W300 and Pentax XG-1'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.