Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Launched June 2012
- Old Model is Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced August 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic TS3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and TS3 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P310 was announced 11 months after the TS3 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the P310 matches up versus the TS3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic TS3
P310 | TS3 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Nikon P310
TS3 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic TS3
P310 | TS3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P310 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS3 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic TS3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the P310 versus the TS3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and TS3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and TS3.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon P310 to render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger P310 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 shots | 310 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $700 | $380 |