Nikon L100 vs Panasonic ZR3

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L100 vs Panasonic ZR3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 11 months prior to the ZR3 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the L100 matches up vs the ZR3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 offers external 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) and the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the L100 vs the ZR3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and ZR3 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and ZR3.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.