Nikon Coolpix W300

Tough, waterproof construction ; Simple operation ; Built-in GPS ; Strong image quality in good light

Reflective screen ; No option to shoot in RAW ; Not as strong as rivals in low light

Toughly built and a decent performer, but there’s no compelling reason to buy this over the superior Olympus TG-5 – except if you’re a diver, perhaps.

If you’re looking for a point and shoot waterproof camera, with 4K video, then the Nikon Coolpix W300 fits the bill. The W300 is also waterproof down to 30 metres, more than any other compact camera, without the need of an external waterproof case.

As soon as we receive a Nikon Coolpix W300 review copy we will put this new compact camera to a comprehensive test. In the meantime Nikon published some sample photos taken with the new Coolpix W300 camera, so you can check out the image quality...

Support for 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) / 30p movie recording allows users to enjoy shooting movies with outstanding image quality. Further, exposure can be locked (AE lock) with underwater recording, achieving imaging expression with exposure as intended,...

Though it’s not the cheapest example at a manufacturer’s suggested £389.99, the all weather, JPEG-only Nikon Coolpix W300 is in our opinion one of the best in its class, if we’re talking pocket sized, ruggedized action-come-travel cameras.

The Nikon Coolpix W300 will be available in the US from summer 2017 in red, yellow and orange color schemes, with a suggested retail price of US$389.95.

Offers the ability to grab images we might not dare otherwise attempt ; Waterproofed to a decent 30 metres depth ; Broad zoom range provided by internally stacked and protected 5x lens

Small controls can prove fiddly, particularly with wet fingers ; Auto exposure proves inconsistent

Perfect for placing in the hands of smaller members of the family who want to take pictures, this toughened water and drop-proofed Nikon Coolpix W300 point-and-shoot should appeal to butter-fingered big kids too, or simply those seeking to achieve more...

Versatile and easy to use ; Intriguing variety of video modes, including 4K-resolution video and time lapse ; Clearly marked and responsive controls ; Waterproof to 100 feet

Struggles in low-light situations ; Lacks full-manual mode ; Wireless connectivity isn't intuitive

Nikon's waterproof camera can dive as deep as 100 feet, twice as far as the competition.