Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1
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![Nikon Coolpix L100 front Nikon Coolpix L100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L100/Nikon-L100-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1/Panasonic-XS1-front.jpg)
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Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Refreshed by Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Announced January 2013
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Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The L100 was unveiled 4 years before the XS1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the L100 grades against the XS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Panasonic XS1
L100 | XS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Nikon L100
XS1 | L100 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Panasonic XS1
L100 | XS1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 has external dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L100 versus the XS1.
![Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L100 and XS1 is 79 and 97 respectively.
![Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L100 and XS1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L100 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 360 gr (0.79 lbs) | 103 gr (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
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 | - | 260 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $399 | $130 |