Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L26 was brought out 3 years prior to the TS30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L26 matches up against the TS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 offers external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic TS30 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L26 versus the TS30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and TS30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and TS30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older L26 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.