Nikon L19 vs Panasonic XS1

Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and XS1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The L19 was brought out 4 years before the XS1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L19 matches up versus the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L19 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the L19 against the XS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and XS1 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and XS1.

All in all, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The L19 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic XS1 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older L19 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.