Nikon L19 vs Sony H55
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![Nikon Coolpix L19 front Nikon Coolpix L19 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L19/Nikon-L19-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H55/Sony-H55-front.jpg)
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Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
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Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L19 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and H55 (14MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and H55 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
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The L19 was unveiled 16 months earlier than the H55 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L19 matches up versus the H55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Sony H55
L19 | H55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon L19
H55 | L19 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 16 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Sony H55
L19 | H55 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 offers external dimensions 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 Sony H55 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L19 versus Sony H55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L19 vs the H55.
![Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 size comparison Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H55-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 top view buttons comparison Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H55-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and H55.
To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L19 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony H55 will offer greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 sensor size comparison Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H55-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H55-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon L19 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 200 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $235 |