Nikon L19 vs Sony S950

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon L19 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively similar but the L19 (1/2.5") and S950 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was announced around the same time to the S950 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L19 grades against the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L19 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L19 and the S950.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L19 and S950.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L19 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony S950 will offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.