Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L24 was brought out 23 months before the ZS25 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the L24 matches up vs the ZS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic ZS25
L24 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon L24
ZS25 | L24 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic ZS25
L24 | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the L24 and the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and ZS25.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 life | 220 shots | 260 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $119 | $300 |