Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Announced February 2015
- Superseded the Nikon L830
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L840 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L840 was launched 2 months later than the SZ10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the L840 grades vs the SZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L840 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Panasonic SZ10
L840 | SZ10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Nikon L840
SZ10 | L840 |
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Common features in the Nikon L840 and Panasonic SZ10
L840 | SZ10 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | January 2015 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 offers physical measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L840 and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L840 compared to the SZ10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and SZ10 is 67 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L840 and SZ10.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon L840 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L840 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-855mm (37.2x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.4fps | 1.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 538g (1.19 lbs) | 177g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 590 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $400 | $200 |