Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25
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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon L20 and Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L20 was brought out 4 years prior to the TS25 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the L20 scores versus the TS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L20 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Panasonic TS25
L20 | TS25 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon L20
TS25 | L20 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Panasonic TS25
L20 | TS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L20 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L20 and Panasonic TS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the L20 against the TS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L20 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and TS25.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to give you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 144 grams (0.32 lb) |
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 style | - | Battery Pack |
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 |
Cost at launch | $120 | $180 |