Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S30 (10MP) and SZ5 (14MP) and the S30 (1/3") and SZ5 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S30 was manufactured 5 months prior to the SZ5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S30 matches up versus the SZ5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Panasonic SZ5
S30 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon S30
SZ5 | S30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S30 and Panasonic SZ5
S30 | SZ5 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | July 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S30 enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S30 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S30 versus the SZ5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S30 and SZ5 is 90 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S30 and SZ5.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S30 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic SZ5 will give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon S30 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.5 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 136 gr (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 250 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $195 |