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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Key Specs

Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Released February 2011
Panasonic FH6
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
  • 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L24 was launched 11 months earlier than the FH6 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L24 matches up against the FH6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic FH6

 L24 FH6 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Nikon L24

 FH6 L24 
IntroducedJanuary 2012February 2011Newer by 11 months

Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic FH6

 L24 FH6 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic FH6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L24 and the FH6.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L24 and FH6 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and FH6.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged L24 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 sensor size comparison

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L24 Portrait photography details
Panasonic FH6 Portrait photography details
33
MP count good (14 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
33
good MP (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L24 Street photography features
Panasonic FH6 Street photography features
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (119 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L24 Sports photography features
Panasonic FH6 Sports photography features
26
MP count good (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
39
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
good battery pack (280 per charge)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L24 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FH6 Travel photography factors
57
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
70
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
lighter than average in class (119 grams)
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L24 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FH6 Landscape photography advice
33
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
41
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FH6 as a Vlogging camera
25
offers face detect focus
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
32
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than average in class (119 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L24 and Panasonic FH6
 Nikon Coolpix L24Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix L24 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-02-09 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-134mm (3.6x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/2.5-6.4
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 182g (0.40 lbs) 119g (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 220 photographs 280 photographs
Battery format AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $119 $129