Nikon P310 vs Panasonic ZS5

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P310 was brought out 2 years later than the ZS5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P310 matches up versus the ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 features external 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) while the Panasonic ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P310 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the P310 against the ZS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and ZS5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and ZS5.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P310 to offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern P310 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.