Canon N vs Nikon L21

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon N and Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the N (12MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The N was brought out 2 years later than the L21 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the N scores against the L21 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix L21. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon N has external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon L21 has proportions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Canon N and Nikon L21 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the N and the L21.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the N and L21 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the N and L21.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon N to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern N will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.