Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 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
- Introduced June 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P300
- Newer Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT30

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon P310 and Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P310 was released 3 years before the TS30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P310 scores against the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic TS30
P310 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon P310
TS30 | P310 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic TS30
P310 | TS30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P310 offers external 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 TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P310 and Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P310 versus the TS30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and TS30 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and TS30.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older P310 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-06-22 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $700 | $180 |