Nikon L26 vs Panasonic FX48

Let's look much closer at the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L26 was released 3 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the L26 grades against the FX48 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L26 versus Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the L26 compared to the FX48.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and FX48 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and FX48.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L26 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern L26 provides a benefit in sensor technology.