Nikon L21 vs Panasonic S1

The following is a extended assessment of the Nikon L21 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and S1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L21 was unveiled 11 months prior to the S1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L21 scores against the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L21 has got exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the L21 against the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and S1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and S1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic S1 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L21 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.