Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1
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![Nikon Coolpix L22 front Nikon Coolpix L22 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L22/Nikon-L22-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS1/Panasonic-ZS1-front.jpg)
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly close but the L22 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess different sensor size.
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The L22 was revealed 9 months later than the ZS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L22 grades against the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Panasonic ZS1
L22 | ZS1 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Nikon L22
ZS1 | L22 |
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Common features in the Nikon L22 and Panasonic ZS1
L22 | ZS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L22 has external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L22 vs the ZS1.
![Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and ZS1 is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and ZS1.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L22 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon L22 will result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer L22 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 183 gr (0.40 lbs) | 229 gr (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $0 |