Nikon L820 vs Panasonic FZ80

Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L820 and Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L820 was brought out 4 years before the FZ80 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L820 scores against the FZ80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L820 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L820 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the L820 and the FZ80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L820 and FZ80 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L820 and FZ80.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L820 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.