Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Announced July 2012
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and SZ5 (14MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and SZ5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe L19 was released 4 years earlier than the SZ5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the L19 grades vs the SZ5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic SZ5
L19 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon L19
SZ5 | L19 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 42 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic SZ5
L19 | SZ5 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 has outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the L19 compared to the SZ5.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and SZ5 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and SZ5.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L19 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic SZ5 will show more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2012-07-18 |
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 surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 136 gr (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $195 |