Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT20
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon L28 and Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and TS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe L28 was unveiled 13 months later than the TS20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L28 scores vs the TS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Panasonic TS20
L28 | TS20 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Nikon L28
TS20 | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Panasonic TS20
L28 | TS20 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L28 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS20 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 and Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L28 versus the TS20.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the L28 and TS20 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and TS20.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L28 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern L28 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 |
Cost at launch | $90 | $179 |