Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Introduced July 2011
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and LS5 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe L28 was launched 19 months after the LS5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the L28 grades against the LS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Panasonic LS5
L28 | LS5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 19 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Nikon L28
LS5 | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Panasonic LS5
L28 | LS5 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the L28 compared to the LS5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and LS5 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and LS5.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L28 to show more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer L28 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-6.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 280 photos | 160 photos |
Battery format | AA | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $90 | $294 |