Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000
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Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Launched February 2009
- Updated by Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju 7000

Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the 7000 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L100 was introduced at a similar time to the 7000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L100 scores versus the 7000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Olympus Stylus 7000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Olympus 7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Olympus 7000
L100 | 7000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Nikon L100
7000 | L100 |
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Common features in the Nikon L100 and Olympus 7000
L100 | 7000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 has outer measurements 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 Olympus 7000 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L100 compared to the 7000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and 7000 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and 7000.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus 7000 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively.

Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Olympus 7000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Olympus Stylus 7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Olympus Stylus 7000 |
Other name | - | mju 7000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 360 gr (0.79 pounds) | 172 gr (0.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $399 | $280 |