Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS20

Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P310 was introduced 2 months later than the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P310 scores against the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P310 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the P310 compared to the ZS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and ZS20 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P310 and ZS20.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon P310 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.