Nikon L28 vs Panasonic FX90

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L28 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and FX90 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L28 was unveiled 18 months after the FX90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L28 matches up against the FX90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L28 and Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the L28 versus the FX90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L28 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and FX90.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon L28 to provide more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher L28 should have an edge in sensor technology.