Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L26 was manufactured 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L26 grades against the ZR1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic ZR1
L26 | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon L26
ZR1 | L26 |
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Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZR1
L26 | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 has exterior measurements 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 ZR1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L26 vs the ZR1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and ZR1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and ZR1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L26 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger L26 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $70 | $280 |