Nikon L31 vs Panasonic FH6

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L31 and Panasonic FH6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L31 was announced 3 years later than the FH6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L31 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the L31 grades against the FH6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L31 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L31 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the L31 versus the FH6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L31 and FH6 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and FH6.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L31 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer L31 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.