Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and SZ10 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The L19 was introduced 7 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L19 grades against the SZ10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L19 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L19 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L19 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the L19 versus the SZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and SZ10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and SZ10.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L19 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic SZ10 will provide greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.