Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed January 2015

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and SZ10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

The L19 was introduced 7 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L19 grades against the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic SZ10
L19 | SZ10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Nikon L19
SZ10 | L19 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 72 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic SZ10
L19 | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L19 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the L19 versus the SZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and SZ10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and SZ10.
All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L19 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic SZ10 will provide greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $200 |