Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released June 2012
- Superseded the Nikon P300
- Later Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P310 and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe P310 was released 3 years after the FS25 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P310 matches up versus the FS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic FS25
P310 | FS25 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 42 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon P310
FS25 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic FS25
P310 | FS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon P310 and Panasonic FS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the P310 and the FS25.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and FS25.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon P310 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern P310 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-06-22 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $700 | $230 |