Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon L820
- Newer Model is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS30
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe L830 was revealed 13 months after the ZS25 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L830 scores vs the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Panasonic ZS25
L830 | ZS25 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2013 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon L830
ZS25 | L830 |
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Common features in the Nikon L830 and Panasonic ZS25
L830 | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L830 against the ZS25.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and ZS25 is 71 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L830 and ZS25.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent L830 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 grams (1.12 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $300 |