Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Panasonic FP2
L32 | FP2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 62 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Nikon L32
FP2 | L32 |
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Common features in the Nikon L32 and Panasonic FP2
L32 | FP2 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 151g (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $120 | $80 |