Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS5
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe L28 was launched 23 months earlier than the TS6 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the L28 grades vs the TS6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Panasonic TS6
L28 | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Nikon L28
TS6 | L28 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | January 2013 | Newer by 23 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Panasonic TS6
L28 | TS6 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L28 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the L28 compared to the TS6.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and TS6 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and TS6.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L28 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged L28 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L28 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor 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 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 | 370 shots |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $90 | $300 |