Nikon L100 vs Panasonic LX7

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic LX7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly similar but the L100 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The L100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the LX7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L100 matches up versus the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L100 against the LX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and LX7 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L100 and LX7.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The L100 comes with the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged L100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.