Nikon L28 vs Panasonic 3D1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon L28 vs Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L28 was unveiled 15 months after the 3D1 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L28 grades vs the 3D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L28 compared to the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and 3D1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and 3D1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L28 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.