Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Older Model is Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840
(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
- Introduced May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6

Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the L830 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") feature different sensor size.

The L830 was brought out 4 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L830 scores versus the ZS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Panasonic ZS1
L830 | ZS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 57 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
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 L830
ZS1 | L830 |
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Common features in the Nikon L830 and Panasonic ZS1
L830 | ZS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L830 vs the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and ZS1 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and ZS1.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L830 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon L830 will render extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer L830 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 gr (1.12 pounds) | 229 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 390 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $0 |