Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2
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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FH2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L810 was manufactured 14 months after the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the L810 scores against the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Panasonic FH2
L810 | FH2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 14 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Nikon L810
FH2 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FH2
L810 | FH2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L810 and Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L810 versus the FH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and FH2 is 74 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and FH2.
All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L810 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher L810 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.2 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $280 | $149 |