Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25
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![Nikon Coolpix L120 front Nikon Coolpix L120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L120/Nikon-L120-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25/Panasonic-ZS25-front.jpg)
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40 Features
43 Overall
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Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Launched February 2011
- Earlier Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS20
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS30
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Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The L120 was introduced 23 months before the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the L120 scores versus the ZS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Panasonic ZS25
L120 | ZS25 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon L120
ZS25 | L120 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Panasonic ZS25
L120 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L120 versus the ZS25.
![Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and ZS25 is 75 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and ZS25.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS25 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged L120 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
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 L120 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431 grams (0.95 lbs) | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" 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 | 330 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $300 |