Nikon L28 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon L28 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SZ7 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L28 was manufactured 13 months later than the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the L28 scores vs the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 offers outside 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 SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the L28 and the SZ7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and SZ7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and SZ7.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer you more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher L28 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.