Nikon L610 vs Panasonic FZ28

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon L610 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was brought out 3 years after the FZ28 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L610 scores vs the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L610 provides external dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L610 vs the FZ28.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L610 and FZ28 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and FZ28.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon L610 to resolve extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer L610 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.