Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3
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![Nikon Coolpix L19 front Nikon Coolpix L19 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L19/Nikon-L19-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3.jpg)
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and FH3 (14MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and FH3 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.
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The L19 was introduced 11 months prior to the FH3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L19 scores vs the FH3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Panasonic FH3
L19 | FH3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Nikon L19
FH3 | L19 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Panasonic FH3
L19 | FH3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L19 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the L19 against the FH3.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and FH3.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L19 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH3 will give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
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 | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $160 |