Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2012
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe P310 was manufactured about the same time to the SZ5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the P310 matches up against the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic SZ5
P310 | SZ5 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon P310
SZ5 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic SZ5
P310 | SZ5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | July 2012 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the P310 vs the SZ5.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and SZ5 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and SZ5.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P310 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-06-22 | 2012-07-18 |
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 | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 136 grams (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $700 | $195 |