Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic ZS30

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S5100 versus Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was released 3 years prior to the ZS30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S5100 grades versus the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5100 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S5100 and the ZS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and ZS30.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.