Nikon L31 vs Panasonic FP3

Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon L31 vs Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L31 was announced 5 years later than the FP3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L31 scores versus the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L31 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L31 has outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L31 against the FP3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L31 and FP3 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and FP3.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L31 to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher L31 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.