Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25
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![Nikon Coolpix L19 front Nikon Coolpix L19 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L19/Nikon-L19-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25/Panasonic-FS25-front.jpg)
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and FS25 (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and FS25 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
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The L19 was manufactured around the same time to the FS25 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L19 grades vs the FS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic FS25
L19 | FS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon L19
FS25 | L19 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic FS25
L19 | FS25 | |||
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Announced | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L19 features external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 in our completely 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the L19 compared to the FS25.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and FS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and FS25.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L19 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FS25 will show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-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 L19 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $230 |