Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS10

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L26 was announced 2 years later than the TS10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L26 grades vs the TS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L26 and the TS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and TS10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and TS10.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L26 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher L26 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.