• 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 500.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 18.1 megapixels
  • 20.00mm - 1200.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon DL24-500 advantages over Panasonic FZ80

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Slower slow-motion
    1200 fps vs 240 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.36 vs 1.26 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.68x vs 0.46x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer exposure
    120 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Panasonic FZ80 advantages over Nikon DL24-500

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    1,200 mm vs 500 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Wider angle lens
    20 mm vs 24 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm S1

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm S1
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm S1

Panasonic FZ80
Fujifilm S1
  • $348
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm S1

Compared to Fujifilm S9400W

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm S9400W
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm S9400W

Panasonic FZ80
Fujifilm S9400W
  • $348
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm S9400W

Compared to Samsung WB2200F

Nikon DL24-500
Samsung WB2200F
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $675
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Samsung WB2200F

Panasonic FZ80
Samsung WB2200F
  • $348
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $675
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung WB2200F

Compared to Sony HX400V

Nikon DL24-500
Sony HX400V
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Sony HX400V

Panasonic FZ80
Sony HX400V
  • $348
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Sony HX400V

Compared to Fujifilm S9800

Nikon DL24-500
Fujifilm S9800
  • $998
  • 1 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL24-500 vs Fujifilm S9800

Panasonic FZ80
Fujifilm S9800
  • $348
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Panasonic FZ80 vs Fujifilm S9800

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