Nikon D7100 vs Panasonic L1

Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon D7100 vs Panasonic L1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and L1 (7MP) and the D7100 (APS-C) and L1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The D7100 was introduced 6 years after the L1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the D7100 scores versus the L1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D7100 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D7100 features physical dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has specifications of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Check out the Nikon D7100 vs Panasonic L1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the D7100 and the L1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D7100 and L1 is 59 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The image here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D7100 and L1.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D7100 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D7100 will result in more detail using its extra 17MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern D7100 provides an edge in sensor technology.