Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and TS25 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and TS25 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The L19 was revealed 4 years prior to the TS25 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the L19 scores versus the TS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic TS25
L19 | TS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon L19
TS25 | L19 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic TS25
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L19 versus the TS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and TS25.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L19 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic TS25 will provide extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older L19 will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 144g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $180 |