Nikon L21 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
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- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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The following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon L21 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and SZ5 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L21 was released 3 years prior to the SZ5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L21 matches up versus the SZ5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Panasonic SZ5
| L21 | SZ5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon L21
| SZ5 | L21 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2012 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 29 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Panasonic SZ5
| L21 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 offers external dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L21 versus the SZ5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and SZ5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and SZ5.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ5 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged L21 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2012-07-18 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| 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 | 8 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 169 grams (0.37 lb) | 136 grams (0.30 lb) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $180 | $195 |