Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS42

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and FS42 is 93 and 95 respectively.

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.