Nikon L100 vs Panasonic ZS25

The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L100 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L100 was released 4 years before the ZS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the L100 scores vs the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L100 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the L100 against the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and ZS25 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and ZS25.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS25 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.