Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30
Portability
77 Imaging
35 Features
28 Overall
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77 Imaging
35 Features
28 Overall
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Portability
92 Imaging
42 Features
48 Overall
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92 Imaging
42 Features
48 Overall
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Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
Nikon L110
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Older Model is Nikon L100
- Later Model is Nikon L120
Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS25
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS35
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Below is a extended review of the Nikon L110 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L110 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L110 was released 3 years prior to the ZS30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L110 grades vs the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L110 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Panasonic ZS30
| L110 | ZS30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Nikon L110
| ZS30 | L110 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | February 2010 | More recent by 35 months |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Panasonic ZS30
| L110 | ZS30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L110 has external measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Nikon L110 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L110 vs the ZS30.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L110 and ZS30 is 77 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L110 and ZS30.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS30 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older L110 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon L110 Portrait photography features
Panasonic ZS30 Portrait photography features
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Nikon L110 Street photography information
Panasonic ZS30 Street photography information
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
lighter than competition (198 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Nikon L110 Sports photography information
Panasonic ZS30 Sports photography information
long zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
long zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18MP)
includes tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200 seconds)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (260 shots)
lacks phase detect AF
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Nikon L110 Travel photography info
Panasonic ZS30 Travel photography info
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great reach (420mm)
no Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lighter than competition (198g)
includes touch focus
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (480mm)
lack of Timelapse function
bad battery pack (260 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Nikon L110 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS30 as a Landscape photography camera
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery pack (260 shots)
lack of Timelapse function
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Nikon L110 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS30 as a Vlogging camera
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (198 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of microphone jack
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Nikon L110 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
| Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.3-6.4 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 13.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 406 gr (0.90 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photos |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $280 | $250 |