Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75
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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Announced June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX70

Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and FX75 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L21 was launched 3 months earlier than the FX75 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L21 scores versus the FX75 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Panasonic FX75
L21 | FX75 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Nikon L21
FX75 | L21 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Panasonic FX75
L21 | FX75 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 comes with external measurements 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 FX75 has dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L21 compared to the FX75.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L21 and FX75 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and FX75.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX75 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L21 vs Panasonic FX75 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 169g (0.37 lb) | 165g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $139 |