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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Nikon L24
(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
  • Introduced February 2011
Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced 5 months before the ZS8 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L24 scores against the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic ZS8

 L24 ZS8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Nikon L24

 ZS8 L24 

Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic ZS8

 L24 ZS8 
ReleasedFebruary 2011July 2011Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 offers exterior 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) and the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L24 and the ZS8.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and ZS8 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 sensor size comparison

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L24 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Portrait photography details
33
decent megapixels (14MP)
includes face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L24 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography factors
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Sports photography camera
26
decent megapixels (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
47
incredible zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L24 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography highlights
57
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
great reach (384mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Landscape photography camera
33
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
44
really wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Vlogging camera
25
includes face detection focusing
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic port
30
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (210 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L24 and Panasonic ZS8
 Nikon Coolpix L24Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix L24 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ18
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-02-09 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 Venus Engine FHD
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 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-134mm (3.6x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video 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 182g (0.40 lbs) 210g (0.46 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 images 340 images
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $119 $275