Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH1

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon L26 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was revealed 2 years later than the FH1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L26 grades against the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the L26 vs the FH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and FH1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and FH1.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L26 to render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent L26 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.