Nikon L100 vs Panasonic FH3

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L100 and Panasonic FH3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and FH3 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L100 was released 11 months prior to the FH3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L100 grades versus the FH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L100 and Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the L100 compared to the FH3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and FH3 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and FH3.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH3 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.