Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Introduced December 2011
- Older Model is Panasonic LX3
- Renewed by Panasonic LX7
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon L26 and Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the L26 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") use different sensor sizing.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe L26 was introduced 2 months later than the LX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L26 grades against the LX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic LX5
L26 | LX5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Nikon L26
LX5 | L26 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic LX5
L26 | LX5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | December 2011 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L26 and Panasonic LX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the L26 versus the LX5.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and LX5 is 93 and 88 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and LX5.
Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L26 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon L26 will give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic LX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2011-12-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $70 | $294 |