Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42
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![Nikon Coolpix L32 front Nikon Coolpix L32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L32/Nikon-L32-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS42/Panasonic-FS42-front.jpg)
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 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
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Bump to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor size.
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The L32 was launched 5 years after the FS42 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L32 matches up versus the FS42 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L32 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Panasonic FS42
L32 | FS42 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | April 2009 | Newer by 70 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Nikon L32
FS42 | L32 |
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Common features in the Nikon L32 and Panasonic FS42
L32 | FS42 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L32 vs the FS42.
![Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 size comparison Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS42-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and FS42 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 top view buttons comparison Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS42-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L32 and FS42.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L32 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon L32 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger L32 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 sensor size comparison Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS42-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS42-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 132 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $120 | $580 |