Nikon L820 vs Panasonic ZS25

The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon L820 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L820 was manufactured very close to the ZS25 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L820 matches up versus the ZS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L820 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon L820 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L820 and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the L820 compared to the ZS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and ZS25 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L820 and ZS25.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.