Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7
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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Released September 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS22

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L24 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L24 was revealed 7 months earlier than the FH7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the L24 grades against the FH7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Panasonic FH7
L24 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Nikon L24
FH7 | L24 | |||
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Released | September 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Panasonic FH7
L24 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L24 and Panasonic FH7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L24 vs the FH7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and FH7 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and FH7.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH7 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older L24 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2011-09-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $149 |