Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1
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![Nikon D800E front Nikon D800E front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D800E/Nikon-D800E-front.jpg)
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Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Launched June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon D700
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2007
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Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D800E (36MP) and L1 (7MP) and the D800E (Full frame) and L1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.
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The D800E was introduced 5 years later than the L1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the D800E scores vs the L1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D800E and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D800E Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D800E over the Panasonic L1
D800E | L1 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | April 2007 | Fresher by 63 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 207k | Clearer display (+714k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L1 over the Nikon D800E
L1 | D800E |
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Common features in the Nikon D800E and Panasonic L1
D800E | L1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D800E offers physical measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the D800E against the L1.
![Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 size comparison Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-L1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D800E and L1 is 54 and 65 respectively.
![Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 top view buttons comparison Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-L1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D800E and L1.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D800E having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D800E will offer you greater detail using its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher D800E provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 sensor size comparison Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-L1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-L1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon D800E vs Panasonic L1 Specifications
Nikon D800E | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D800E | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2012-06-11 | 2007-04-11 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 7 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 3136 x 2352 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 207k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 900 grams (1.98 lbs) | 606 grams (1.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2979 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $2,389 | $1,500 |