Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Announced February 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ6

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon L810 and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the L810 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The L810 was launched 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L810 grades vs the ZS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic ZS1
L810 | ZS1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 34 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Nikon L810
ZS1 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic ZS1
L810 | ZS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L810 and Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the L810 compared to the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L810 and ZS1 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and ZS1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L810 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L810 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger L810 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 pounds) | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $0 |