Canon D10 vs Nikon P310
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Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched June 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon P300
- Replacement is Nikon P330

Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon D10 versus Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the D10 (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The D10 was announced 4 years earlier than the P310 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D10 scores against the P310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix P310. The whole galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Nikon P310
D10 | P310 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Canon D10
P310 | D10 | |||
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Launched | June 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Nikon P310
D10 | P310 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon D10 has physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon D10 versus Nikon P310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the D10 versus the P310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and P310 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and P310.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon P310 to provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older D10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D10 vs Nikon P310 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix P310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D10 | Nikon Coolpix P310 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2012-06-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/5000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $700 |