Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Old Model is Panasonic TS4
- Updated by Panasonic TS6
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P310 was revealed 12 months earlier than the TS5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the P310 grades versus the TS5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic TS5
P310 | TS5 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Nikon P310
TS5 | P310 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | June 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic TS5
P310 | TS5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 comes with outside 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) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the P310 against the TS5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and TS5.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged P310 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-06-22 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set 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 Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | DMW-BCM13 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $700 | $350 |