Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2

Below, we are looking at the Nikon L32 versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and FP2 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L32 was introduced 5 years after the FP2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L32 matches up vs the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L32 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L32 versus Panasonic FP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the L32 against the FP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and FP2 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L32 and FP2.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L32 to deliver extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern L32 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.