Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3
93 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
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91 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L24 was launched 22 months later than the ZS3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the L24 grades vs the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic ZS3
L24 | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 22 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Nikon L24
ZS3 | L24 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic ZS3
L24 | ZS3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 offers external 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the L24 against the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and ZS3.
Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L24 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger L24 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 229 grams (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 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 | 220 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $119 | $200 |