Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V
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Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony HX30V
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L100 was released 5 years prior to the HX50V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L100 scores vs the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Sony HX50V
| L100 | HX50V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Nikon L100
| HX50V | L100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2013 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 51 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Sony HX50V
| L100 | HX50V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L100 vs the HX50V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and HX50V is 79 and 89 respectively.
Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and HX50V.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX50V to result in more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon L100 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-04-24 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5184 x 2920 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 360 grams (0.79 pounds) | 272 grams (0.60 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 400 photos |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $399 | $439 |