Nikon L100 vs Sony H200

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon L100 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 4 years before the H200 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L100 matches up versus the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L100 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Sony H200 has measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L100 versus Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L100 compared to the H200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L100 and H200 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L100 and H200.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H200 to result in extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older L100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.