Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH1

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L21 was revealed very close to the FH1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L21 grades versus the FH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 offers outside dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the L21 versus the FH1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and FH1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH1 to render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively.