Nikon L610 vs Panasonic FX90

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon L610 vs Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was announced 12 months after the FX90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L610 grades against the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L610 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L610 vs Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L610 against the FX90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and FX90 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and FX90.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L610 to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern L610 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.