Nikon P310 vs Panasonic FX700

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P310 and Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P310 was introduced 24 months after the FX700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the P310 matches up vs the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 features external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the P310 and the FX700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and FX700 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and FX700.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P310 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent P310 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.