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Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S

Portability
72
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix L820 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S front
Portability
62
Imaging
50
Features
82
Overall
62

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Key Specs

Nikon L820
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Previous Model is Nikon L810
  • Refreshed by Nikon L830
Panasonic GH5S
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
  • Introduced January 2018
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Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Nikon L820 versus Panasonic GH5S, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the L820 (16MP) and GH5S (10MP) and the L820 (1/2.3") and GH5S (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The L820 was announced 6 years prior to the GH5S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the L820 matches up versus the GH5S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Panasonic GH5S

 L820 GH5S 

Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Nikon L820

 GH5S L820 
IntroducedJanuary 2018January 2013Newer by 60 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution1620k921kClearer screen (+699k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon L820 and Panasonic GH5S

 L820 GH5S 

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L820 offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5S has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the L820 compared to the GH5S.

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L820 and GH5S is 72 and 62 respectively.

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S top view buttons comparison

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L820 and GH5S.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The L820 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon L820 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged L820 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S sensor size comparison

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L820
Portrait photography with Panasonic GH5S
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW files
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon L820 Street photography factors
Panasonic GH5S Street photography factors
38
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than average in class (470g)
68
screen articulates
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L820 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic GH5S Sports photography highlights
36
incredible zoom range (23-675mm 29.3 x zoom)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
56
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L820 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic GH5S as a Travel photography camera
56
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (23mm)
long reach (675mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than average in class (470 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
61
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
supports focus via touch
screen is selfie friendly
lack of Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L820 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic GH5S Landscape photography advice
36
really wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse recording
63
has manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inches)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L820 Vlogging details
Panasonic GH5S Vlogging details
24
really wide (23mm)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
no microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (470g)
68
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
supports face detect focusing
good video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic jack
does not have image stabilization
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Nikon L820 vs Panasonic GH5S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L820 and Panasonic GH5S
 Nikon Coolpix L820Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix L820 Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2013-01-29 2018-01-08
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine 10
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 3680 x 2760
Maximum native ISO 3200 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 204800
Lowest native ISO 125 160
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 225
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Micro Four Thirds
Lens focal range 23-675mm (29.3x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.8 -
Total lenses - 107
Focal length multiplier 5.8 2.1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 921k dot 1,620k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,680k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.76x
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max silent shutter speed - 1/16000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames per sec 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 4096x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 470g (1.04 lb) 660g (1.46 lb)
Dimensions 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4")
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 320 shots 440 shots
Battery format AA Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA DMW-BLF19
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported)
Storage slots Single Dual
Launch cost $192 $2,498