Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 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
- Released May 2017
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon W300 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The W300 was revealed 6 years later than the ZS10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the W300 scores against the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Panasonic ZS10
W300 | ZS10 | |||
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Introduced | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 78 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Nikon W300
ZS10 | W300 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon W300 and Panasonic ZS10
W300 | ZS10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 enjoys external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Nikon W300 and Panasonic ZS10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the W300 and the ZS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W300 and ZS10 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and ZS10.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon W300 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher W300 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon W300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2017-05-31 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | - | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | 260 photographs |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $387 | $350 |