Nikon P330 vs Panasonic TS10

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the P330 (1/1.7") and TS10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was manufactured 3 years later than the TS10 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the P330 scores versus the TS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P330 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the P330 compared to the TS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P330 and TS10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P330 and TS10.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P330 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic TS10 will give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer P330 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.