Nikon L100 vs Sony WX50

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon L100 and Sony WX50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WX50 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L100 was introduced 4 years prior to the WX50 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the L100 scores against the WX50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 features outside 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) while the Sony WX50 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L100 and Sony WX50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L100 and the WX50.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and WX50 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and WX50.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX50 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The older L100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.