Nikon L26 vs Panasonic ZS50

Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZS50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L26 was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L26 matches up against the ZS50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Nikon L26 and Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L26 compared to the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and ZS50 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and ZS50.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L26 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged L26 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.