Nikon L26 vs Panasonic SZ3

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L26 was brought out 11 months before the SZ3 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L26 scores against the SZ3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 enjoys outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L26 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the L26 compared to the SZ3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and SZ3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged L26 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.