Nikon L100 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon L100 vs Olympus XZ-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is pretty similar but the L100 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") offer different sensor size.

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The L100 was announced 24 months before the XZ-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L100 scores vs the XZ-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 features external dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L100 vs Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L100 compared to the XZ-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and XZ-1 is 79 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and XZ-1.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The L100 has got the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The older L100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.