Nikon L100 vs Nikon P610

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon L100 versus Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and P610 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L100 was announced 7 years earlier than the P610 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L100 scores versus the P610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Nikon Coolpix P610. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L100 versus Nikon P610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L100 vs the P610.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L100 and P610 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and P610.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon P610 to give more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older L100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.