Nikon L19 vs Nikon S800c

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L19 vs Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and S800c (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and S800c (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The L19 was announced 5 years prior to the S800c which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L19 matches up vs the S800c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L19 vs Nikon S800c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L19 compared to the S800c.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and S800c is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and S800c.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L19 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon S800c will offer greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.