• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 600.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 500.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Panasonic FZ300 advantages over Nikon DL24-500

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    600 mm vs 500 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 380 vs 290 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Nikon DL24-500 advantages over Panasonic FZ300

  • Slower slow-motion
    1200 fps vs 240 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.36 vs 1.54 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • More pixels
    20.8 vs 12.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    120 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 12.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Both provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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  • Good image quality for its class; Improved ergonomics; Impressive new EVF and rear display; Versatile 24-600mm equivalent f/2.8 lens; Faster autofocus performance; 4K video and 4K Photo features.

  • Bulky camera body; Excessive default noise reduction applied at lower ISOs; Continuous autofocus performance is inconsistent.

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The Competition

Compared to Canon SX40 HS

Panasonic FZ300
Canon SX40 HS
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $342
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Canon SX40 HS

Nikon DL24-500
Canon SX40 HS
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $342
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Canon SX40 HS

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Compared to Panasonic FZ200

Panasonic FZ300
Panasonic FZ200
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $890
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic FZ200

Nikon DL24-500
Panasonic FZ200
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $890
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Panasonic FZ200

Compared to Fujifilm HS35EXR

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm HS35EXR

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm HS35EXR

Compared to Fujifilm S8200

Panasonic FZ300
Fujifilm S8200
  • $473
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic FZ300 vs Fujifilm S8200

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm S8200
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm S8200

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