Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014
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The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon L28 and Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L28 was revealed 11 months earlier than the SZ8 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L28 scores against the SZ8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Panasonic SZ8
| L28 | SZ8 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Nikon L28
| SZ8 | L28 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2014 |  | January 2013 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Panasonic SZ8
| L28 | SZ8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 and Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the L28 and the SZ8.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and SZ8 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and SZ8.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L28 to show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged L28 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| 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) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" 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 shots | 200 shots |
| Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $90 | $275 |