Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20
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![Nikon Coolpix P300 front Nikon Coolpix P300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P300/Nikon-P300-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20/Panasonic-FH20-front.jpg)
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Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
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Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon P300 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The P300 was launched 17 months after the FH20 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P300 matches up against the FH20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Panasonic FH20
P300 | FH20 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Nikon P300
FH20 | P300 |
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Common features in the Nikon P300 and Panasonic FH20
P300 | FH20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Nikon P300 and Panasonic FH20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the P300 and the FH20.
![Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 size comparison Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 top view buttons comparison Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and FH20.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH20 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher P300 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 sensor size comparison Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P300 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $179 |