Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched June 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P300
- Newer Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS40
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS50
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe P310 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS45 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the P310 scores against the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Panasonic ZS45
P310 | ZS45 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Nikon P310
ZS45 | P310 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | June 2012 | More recent by 30 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Panasonic ZS45
P310 | ZS45 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P310 vs the ZS45.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and ZS45 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and ZS45.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older P310 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2015-01-06 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photos | 350 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $300 |