Nikon L24 vs Panasonic ZS3

Below, we are comparing the Nikon L24 versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was launched 22 months later than the ZS3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the L24 grades vs the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 offers external 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the L24 against the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and ZS3.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L24 to render more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger L24 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.