Nikon L19 vs Panasonic LX7

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively close but the L19 (1/2.5") and LX7 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The L19 was revealed 4 years earlier than the LX7 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L19 scores vs the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L19 features outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L19 compared to the LX7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and LX7 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L19 and LX7.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L19 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX7 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older L19 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.