Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon W300 versus Panasonic ZR1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The W300 was revealed 7 years after the ZR1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the W300 grades versus the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic ZR1
W300 | ZR1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 96 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon W300
ZR1 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic ZR1
W300 | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 offers outside 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) while the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon W300 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the W300 and the ZR1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and ZR1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the W300 and ZR1.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon W300 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer W300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2017-05-31 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | - | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 158g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 280 photographs | - |
Battery format | Built-in | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $387 | $280 |