Nikon L610 vs Panasonic FH7

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L610 versus Panasonic FH7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was announced 12 months later than the FH7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L610 grades vs the FH7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L610 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the L610 versus the FH7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and FH7 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L610 and FH7.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent L610 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.