Nikon L100 vs Panasonic FZ200

Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon L100 and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 4 years before the FZ200 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L100 grades versus the FZ200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 provides outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ200 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L100 and Panasonic FZ200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L100 versus the FZ200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L100 and FZ200 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and FZ200.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ200 to offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older L100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.