Nikon L100 vs Panasonic FH5

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon L100 versus Panasonic FH5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and FH5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was brought out 23 months earlier than the FH5 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the L100 scores against the FH5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L100 and the FH5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and FH5 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L100 and FH5.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH5 to provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.