Nikon L110 vs Panasonic FX78

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon L110 and Panasonic FX78, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L110 was launched 11 months before the FX78 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L110 scores versus the FX78 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L110 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L110 and Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L110 versus the FX78.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L110 and FX78 is 77 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L110 and FX78.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The older L110 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.