Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Introduced May 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon W300 versus Panasonic FH5, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Supernova astonishes astronomers in ancient 12th century observationsThe W300 was brought out 6 years after the FH5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the W300 grades versus the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic FH5
W300 | FH5 | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | January 2011 | Newer by 78 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Nikon W300
FH5 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic FH5
W300 | FH5 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon W300 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH5 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon W300 versus Panasonic FH5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the W300 and the FH5.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and FH5 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and FH5.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent W300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-05-31 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | - | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 280 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $387 | $169 |