Nikon L32 vs Panasonic FS7

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon L32 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") offer different sensor measurements.

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The L32 was revealed 6 years later than the FS7 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L32 grades versus the FS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L32 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L32 and Panasonic FS7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L32 versus the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L32 and FS7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L32 and FS7.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L32 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon L32 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger L32 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.