Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 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
- Newer Model is Nikon L820
(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
- Announced January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was manufactured within a month of the TS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L810 matches up vs the TS20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic TS20
L810 | TS20 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Nikon L810
TS20 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic TS20
L810 | TS20 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 has 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 TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L810 versus the TS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and TS20 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and TS20.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | 300 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $179 |