Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH5

Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was unveiled 14 months later than the FH5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L26 grades against the FH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FH5 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L26 against the FH5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and FH5 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and FH5.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger L26 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.