Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 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
- Released May 2017
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT30
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe W300 was revealed 2 years later than the TS30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the W300 matches up vs the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic TS30
W300 | TS30 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | January 2015 | More recent by 30 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon W300
TS30 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic TS30
W300 | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon W300 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the W300 versus the TS30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and TS30 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and TS30.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger W300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2017-05-31 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 250 images |
Style 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 feature | ||
Storage type | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $387 | $180 |