Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1
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![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1/Panasonic-TS1-front.jpg)
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Successor is Panasonic TS2
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and TS1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The L26 was announced 3 years after the TS1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L26 matches up versus the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic TS1
L26 | TS1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon L26
TS1 | L26 |
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Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic TS1
L26 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the L26 vs the TS1.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and TS1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and TS1.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L26 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher L26 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 189 gr (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | 200 pictures | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $70 | $380 |