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Comparison of Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 [S]ave

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Nikon Coolpix L26 ×
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 ×
General
ModelNikon Coolpix L26Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
BrandNikonPanasonic
Manufacturer urlhttps://www.nikonusa.com/https://www.panasonic.com
Model numberL26DMC-FX580S
Alternate model number(s)-
  • dmc-fx550
Camera formatCompactUltra Compact
Release year (year)20122009
Tripod mount++
Length (mm)9695
Width (mm)2922
Height (mm)6057
Weight (g)164167
Waterproof--
Image Sensor
Sensor typeCCDCCD
Effective megapixels (MP)16.112.1
Sensor format1/2.3 inch1/2.33 inch
Sensor area (mm²)28.0728.2
Sensor width (mm)6.176.13
Sensor height (mm)4.554.6
Approximate pixel pitch (micron)1.341.53
Aspect ratio4:34:3, 16:9
Color filter type-RGBG
Self-cleaning--
Sensor shift image stabilization--
On-sensor phase detect--
Image Capture
Image resolution
  • 1600 x 1200(1.9 mp 4:3)
  • 2272 x 1704(3.9 mp 4:3)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4608 x 2592(11.9 mp 16:9)
  • 4608 x 3456(15.9 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
  • 1600 x 1200(1.9 mp 4:3)
  • 1920 x 1080(2.1 mp 16:9)
  • 2048 x 1360(2.8 mp other)
  • 2048 x 1536(3.1 mp 4:3)
  • 2560 x 1440(3.7 mp 16:9)
  • 2560 x 1712(4.4 mp 3:2)
  • 2560 x 1920(4.9 mp 4:3)
  • 3264 x 1840(6.0 mp other)
  • 3264 x 2176(7.1 mp 3:2)
  • 3264 x 2448(8.0 mp 4:3)
  • 4000 x 2248(9.0 mp 16:9)
  • 4000 x 2672(10.7 mp 3:2)
  • 4000 x 3000(12.0 mp 4:3)
  • 640 x 480(0.3 mp 4:3)
Image file format
  • jpeg
  • jpeg (exif 2.21)
Video Capture
Can take movies++
Movie resolution
  • 1280x720
  • 1280x720
  • 320x240
  • 640x480
  • 848x480
Image Storage
Movie file format-QuickTime MotionJPEG
Composite video out-+
Ntsc/pal switchable video-+
Video usable as viewfinder--
Hd video out-+
Hd video connection-Component
Lens and Optics
LensNIKKORLeica DC Vario-Elmar, 7 elements in 6 groups
Focal length (35mm equivalent) (mm)26.00 - 130.0025.00 - 125.00
Focal length (actual) (mm)6.00 - 23.004.00 - 22.00
Zoom ratio (x)55
Aperture range (f)0.15 - 0.310.12 - 0.36
Integrated nd filter--
Min focus range (cm)5050
Optical image stabilization-+
Digital zoom++
Digital zoom values (x)
  • 4
  • 4
Auto Focus
Auto focus++
Auto focus typeContrast Detection11-point or 1-point with tracking and face detection
Auto focus assist light++
Manual focus--
Viewfinder
ViewfinderLCDLCD
Focus peaking--
Display
Eye-level viewfinder--
Rear display++
Rear display size (inch)33
Rear display resolution (dots)230,000230,000
Touchscreen--
Articulating screen--
Tilt swivel screen--
Selfie screen--
Max playback zoom (x)-16
Exposure
Iso settingsAuto (80 to 1600)Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, High Sensitivity (1600 - 6400)
Auto iso mode++
White balance settings-
  • auto
  • cloudy
  • color temperature
  • daylight
  • halogen
  • shade
  • white set
Shutter speed range (s)-1/2000 - 60
Bulb mode--
Exposure compensation-+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Explosure metering modes-Intelligent Multiple, Center-Weighted, Spot
Program auto exposure++
Aperture priority-+
Shutter priority-+
Full manual exposure-+
Creative exposure modes18 scene modesIntelligent Auto, Portrait, Soft Skin, Transform, Self-Portrait, Scenery, Panorama Assist, Sports, Night Portrait, Night Scenery
Self timer (s)
  • 2
  • 10
  • 2
  • 10
High resolution composite--
Flash
Built-in flash++
Flash modes
  • auto
  • auto w/ red-eye reduction
  • flash off
  • flash off
  • flash on
  • slow syncro
  • w/ red-eye reduction
  • auto
  • auto/red-eye reduction
  • forced off
  • forced on
  • slow sync./red-eye reduction
Flash range description-Wide: 0.6 - 6.0m; Tele: 1.0 - 2.8m at ISO Auto
Usable memory types
  • sd
  • sdhc
  • sdx
  • sd
  • sdh
Dual card slots--
Raw capture support--
Included memory (MB)1940
Included memory typeInternalbuilt-in memory
Connectivity
Built-in wi-fi--
NFC--
Bluetooth--
Built-in gps--
Microphone jack--
Headphone jack--
External connections
  • usb 2.0 high speed
  • usb 2.0 high speed
Pictbridge compliant-+
Dpof compliant++
Remote control--
Connections (extended)-
  • dc input
Power
Battery life, stills (cipa rating monitor/live view) (shots)350350
Battery form factor2 x AAProprietary
Usable battery types
  • alkaline
  • lithium disposables; nimh rechargeables
  • lithium ion rechargeable
Batteries included2 x Alkaline AAs1 x Proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery charger included (dedicated charger or ac/usb adapter)-+
Software
Included software
  • nikon viewnx 2 cd-rom
  • arcsoft mediaimpression
  • arcsoft panorama maker
  • photofunstudio v3.0
Os compatibility
  • mac os
  • windows
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Miscellaneous
Notes and features720p HD Movies, 18 Scene Modes, Best Shot Selector, Smart Portrait System. Available in black, red or silver.Touchscreen LCD, Optical Image Stabilization, Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Face Detection



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