Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced February 2010
(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
- Introduced January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L21 and Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe L21 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TS25 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L21 scores vs the TS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Panasonic TS25
L21 | TS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon L21
TS25 | L21 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2010 | More recent by 35 months | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Panasonic TS25
L21 | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L21 and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L21 versus the TS25.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and TS25 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and TS25.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to produce more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older L21 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 169g (0.37 lb) | 144g (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $180 |