Nikon L100 vs Sony HX10V

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon L100 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was launched 4 years earlier than the HX10V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L100 matches up vs the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L100 enjoys outside 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 HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L100 and the HX10V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and HX10V is 79 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L100 and HX10V.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX10V to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older L100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.