Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe W300 was introduced 5 years later than the TS20 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the W300 grades vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic TS20
W300 | TS20 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | January 2012 | More recent by 65 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Nikon W300
TS20 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic TS20
W300 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 has physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the W300 versus the TS20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W300 and TS20 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and TS20.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent W300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2017-05-31 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photographs | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $387 | $179 |