Nikon L100 vs Panasonic FZ60

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 4 years prior to the FZ60 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L100 scores versus the FZ60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 features physical measurements 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 FZ60 has dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L100 versus the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and FZ60 is 79 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and FZ60.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ60 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older L100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.