Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10
92 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
44


97 Imaging
39 Features
26 Overall
33
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched June 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon P300
- Later Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The P310 was launched 6 months before the FH10 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the P310 grades versus the FH10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic FH10
P310 | FH10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Nikon P310
FH10 | P310 |
---|
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic FH10
P310 | FH10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P310 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the P310 compared to the FH10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and FH10 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and FH10.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FH10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 103g (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $700 | $110 |