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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
24
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix L26 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs

Nikon L26
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
  • Announced February 2012
Panasonic FH8
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
  • 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was launched at a similar time to the FH8 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the L26 grades versus the FH8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Panasonic FH8

 L26 FH8 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Nikon L26

 FH8 L26 

Common features in the Nikon L26 and Panasonic FH8

 L26 FH8 
ReleasedFebruary 2012January 2012Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 has outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L26 and the FH8.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and FH8 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and FH8.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 sensor size comparison

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L26 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FH8 Portrait photography info
34
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
34
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon L26 Street photography highlights
Panasonic FH8 Street photography highlights
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (123g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L26
Sports photography with Panasonic FH8
27
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (200 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L26 Travel photography features
Panasonic FH8 Travel photography features
62
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (200 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than others (123 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L26 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FH8 as a Landscape photography camera
37
rather wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3")
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
bad battery pack (200 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
43
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L26 Vlogging information
Panasonic FH8 Vlogging information
28
rather wide (26mm)
features face detect focusing
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection autofocus
lighter than others (123g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L26 and Panasonic FH8
 Nikon Coolpix L26Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8
General Information
Company Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix L26 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2012-02-01 2012-01-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/2.5-6.4
Macro focus range 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 164 grams (0.36 lbs) 123 grams (0.27 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" 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 200 images 260 images
Form of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $70 $149