Nikon P300 vs Panasonic TS1

Let's look closer at the Nikon P300 and Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P300 was released 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P300 scores against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P300 Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P300 has got outer dimensions 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 TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P300 and Panasonic TS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the P300 against the TS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and TS1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and TS1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer P300 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.