Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS80

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic ZS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L26 was manufactured 7 years before the ZS80 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L26 scores versus the ZS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 compared to the ZS80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and ZS80 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and ZS80.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older L26 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.