Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45
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![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45/Panasonic-ZS45-front.jpg)
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Announced January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS40
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS50
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The L26 was announced 3 years before the ZS45 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the L26 grades vs the ZS45 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic ZS45
L26 | ZS45 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Nikon L26
ZS45 | L26 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 35 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZS45
L26 | ZS45 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 compared to the ZS45.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 size comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and ZS45 is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 top view buttons comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and ZS45.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older L26 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 sensor size comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to 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 | - | 21 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $70 | $300 |