Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon P310 and Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the P310 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The P310 was manufactured 3 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P310 scores vs the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 offers physical 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) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P310 and Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the P310 against the ZS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and ZS1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P310 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon P310 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern P310 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.