Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Released January 2009
- Refreshed by Nikon P90
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Announced July 2012
- Successor is Panasonic LZ30
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe P80 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the LZ20 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the P80 matches up vs the LZ20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P80 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Panasonic LZ20
P80 | LZ20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Nikon P80
LZ20 | P80 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2009 | More modern by 42 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P80 and Panasonic LZ20
P80 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P80 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P80 versus the LZ20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and LZ20 is 75 and 71 respectively.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and LZ20.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic LZ20 to render greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.0 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 | - | 380 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $400 | $250 |