Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1
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39 Features
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97 Imaging
39 Features
26 Overall
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L26 was brought out 11 months prior to the XS1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L26 scores against the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic XS1
L26 | XS1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Nikon L26
XS1 | L26 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic XS1
L26 | XS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 enjoys exterior 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 XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic XS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the L26 vs the XS1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and XS1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older L26 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 103g (0.23 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $70 | $130 |