Kodak M550 vs Nikon L21

Its time to take a deeper look at the Kodak M550 and Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and L21 (8MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M550 was announced around the same time to the L21 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M550 scores against the L21 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L21 has dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M550 compared to the L21.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and L21 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and L21.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Kodak M550 to give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.