Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH8

Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and FH8 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The L19 was launched 3 years prior to the FH8 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the L19 scores vs the FH8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L19 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic FH8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the L19 compared to the FH8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and FH8 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and FH8.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L19 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FH8 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.