Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT10

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Nikon L19 and Panasonic TS10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and TS10 (14MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and TS10 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

The L19 was introduced 11 months prior to the TS10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L19 matches up vs the TS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic TS10
L19 | TS10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Nikon L19
TS10 | L19 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic TS10
L19 | TS10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L19 comes with outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L19 and Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the L19 against the TS10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and TS10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and TS10.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L19 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic TS10 will give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 8MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $249 |