Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- Replacement is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was introduced 3 years after the FZ28 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L810 matches up versus the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic FZ28
L810 | FZ28 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Nikon L810
FZ28 | L810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ28
L810 | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 offers outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Check the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic FZ28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L810 against the FZ28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and FZ28 is 74 and 72 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and FZ28.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon L810 to give you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger L810 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 gr (0.95 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $599 |