Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe L26 was brought out around the same time to the TS4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L26 grades versus the TS4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic TS4
L26 | TS4 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon L26
TS4 | L26 |
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Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic TS4
L26 | TS4 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | January 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L26 provides exterior 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 TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L26 versus the TS4.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and TS4.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L26 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 310 shots |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $70 | $399 |