Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS40

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZS40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L26 was brought out 23 months before the ZS40 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L26 matches up versus the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 has physical 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) and the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZS40 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L26 versus the ZS40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and ZS40 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and ZS40.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L26 is going to be behind in sensor technology.