Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5
93 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 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
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Released June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic ZS5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L24 was manufactured 8 months later than the ZS5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L24 grades vs the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic ZS5
L24 | ZS5 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Nikon L24
ZS5 | L24 |
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Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic ZS5
L24 | ZS5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 features outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic ZS5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L24 against the ZS5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and ZS5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and ZS5.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L24 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent L24 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch 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 | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 220 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 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/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $119 | $300 |