Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Launched July 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ62

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was revealed 5 months earlier than the FZ60 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L810 scores against the FZ60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic FZ60
L810 | FZ60 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Nikon L810
FZ60 | L810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FZ60
L810 | FZ60 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2012 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 comes with outside 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 FZ60 has dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic FZ60 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L810 versus the FZ60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L810 and FZ60 is 74 and 68 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and FZ60.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FZ60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ62 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 13.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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) | 493 gr (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photographs | 450 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $280 | $350 |