Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and FH27 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L21 was launched 11 months earlier than the FH27 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L21 grades versus the FH27 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L21 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Panasonic FH27
L21 | FH27 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Nikon L21
FH27 | L21 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Panasonic FH27
L21 | FH27 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 has exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L21 vs the FH27.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L21 and FH27 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L21 and FH27.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be behind in sensor technology.
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 169g (0.37 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $180 | $229 |