Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40
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![Nikon Coolpix L19 front Nikon Coolpix L19 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L19/Nikon-L19-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40/Panasonic-ZS40-front.jpg)
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Released January 2014
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Updated by Panasonic ZS45
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L19 and Panasonic ZS40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and ZS40 (18MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and ZS40 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
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The L19 was manufactured 5 years prior to the ZS40 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L19 matches up vs the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic ZS40
L19 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Nikon L19
ZS40 | L19 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 59 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic ZS40
L19 | ZS40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L19 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L19 and Panasonic ZS40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the L19 versus the ZS40.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L19 and ZS40 is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and ZS40.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L19 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic ZS40 will offer greater detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older L19 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 18 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 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 240 gr (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Style of battery | - | 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 | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $450 |