Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25
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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L20 was unveiled at a similar time to the FS25 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L20 grades against the FS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Panasonic FS25
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon L20
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Common features in the Nikon L20 and Panasonic FS25
L20 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L20 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the L20 and the FS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L20 and FS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and FS25.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FS25 to give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 148 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $120 | $230 |