Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Announced February 2010
- Older Model is Nikon L100
- Replacement is Nikon L120
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon L110 versus Panasonic SZ7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L110 was launched 23 months prior to the SZ7 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L110 grades versus the SZ7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L110 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Panasonic SZ7
L110 | SZ7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Nikon L110
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Panasonic SZ7
L110 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L110 provides exterior dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L110 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L110 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L110 and SZ7 is 77 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and SZ7.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged L110 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L110 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 13.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 406 grams (0.90 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $280 | $199 |