Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ1

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L28 was launched 13 months later than the SZ1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the L28 grades against the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L28 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the L28 compared to the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and SZ1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and SZ1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern L28 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.