Nikon Coolpix A vs Panasonic LX100

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Nikon Coolpix A vs Panasonic LX100

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APS-C 368.2mm²
16.2 megapixels
28.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Nikon Coolpix A Review.
See real-world photos taken with the Coolpix A.

4/3 224.9mm²
12.8 megapixels
24.00mm - 75.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Panasonic LX100 Review.
How does it shoot? Panasonic LX100 in the real world.
See real-world photos taken with the LX100.
Compare Panasonic LX100 image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Panasonic LX100 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Panasonic LX100 II
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Differences

Nikon Coolpix A advantages over Panasonic LX100

Larger sensor
APS-C vs 4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.79 vs 3.77 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
Coolpix A test data on DxO Mark LX100 test data on DxO Mark

1,164 vs 553 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
More dynamic range

More dynamic range

Cameras with more dynamic range allow you to take photos with dramatic differences in highlight and shadow areas while retaining detail in both.

Think of a brilliant sunset on a rocky beach: Bright sunset in the background, with dark rocks in the foreground. High dynamic range means more of the extremes will be faithfully reproduced.

Dynamic range test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
Coolpix A test data on DxO Mark LX100 test data on DxO Mark

13.8 vs 12.5 evs
Retain detail in highlight and shadows
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
40 mm vs 55 mm
Thinner
Lighter weight
298g vs 393g
Lighter weight
More pixels
16.2 vs 12.8 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 130 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Panasonic LX100 advantages over Nikon Coolpix A

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Larger lens aperture
f/1.7 vs f/2.8
Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
More telephoto lens reach
75 mm vs 28 mm
Capture objects farther away
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

300 vs 230 shots
Capture more photos
Higher max flash sync
1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Less shutter lag
0.18 vs 0.58 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Wider angle lens
24 mm vs 28 mm
Capture more of the scene
Longer exposure
60 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
11.6 fps vs 4.1 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
11.3 fps vs 4.1 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Solid alloy body with true twin-dial design; Smaller, lighter, and cheaper than most direct competitors; Excellent image quality, even when compared to interchangeable-lens cameras; Numerous accessories expand upon its capabilities.
Fixed prime lens is not for everybody; Ergonomics could be better; Performance is spotty; Built-in flash is rather weak; Battery life is quite modest.
Read our Nikon Coolpix A Review

Very good image quality; Great performance in most respects; Bright zoom lens with good macro performance; Photographer-friendly body easily fits in a coat pocket or small bag; Roomy, high-res built-in viewfinder; Decent battery life
Won't fit in a pants pocket; Relatively low resolution by modern standards; Zoom lens has only a modest telephoto; Soft corners at wide or tele positions; Aperture dial is too easily bumped; Bundled flash is fairly weak
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The Competition

Compared to Sony RX100 III

Nikon Coolpix A

Sony RX100 III

$1097
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$748
1 inch

Focus peaking
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Sony RX100 III

Panasonic LX100

Sony RX100 III

$598
4/3

Less expensive
Larger sensor

$748
1 inch

Tiltable Screen
Internal flash

Compare Panasonic LX100 vs Sony RX100 III

Compared to Canon G7X

Nikon Coolpix A

Canon G7X

$1097
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1239
1 inch

Focus peaking
Less expensive

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Canon G7X

Panasonic LX100

Canon G7X

$598
4/3

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$1239
1 inch

Touchscreen
Tiltable Screen

Compare Panasonic LX100 vs Canon G7X

Compared to Leica X2

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica X2

$1097
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoots 24p video

$1499
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach
Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X2

Panasonic LX100

Leica X2

$598
4/3

Focus peaking
Eye-level viewfinder

$1499
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic LX100 vs Leica X2

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$1097
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoots 24p video

$1534
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach
Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Panasonic LX100

Leica X-E (Typ 102)

$598
4/3

Focus peaking
Eye-level viewfinder

$1534
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic LX100 vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Compared to Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

$1097
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$875
4/3

Focus peaking
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Panasonic LX100

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

$598
4/3

Less expensive
Lacks anti-aliasing filter

$875
4/3

Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Panasonic LX100 vs Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

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