Nikon L20 vs Olympus 7010

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L20 versus Olympus 7010, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the 7010 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L20 was brought out 5 months before the 7010 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L20 matches up against the 7010 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Olympus Stylus 7010. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L20 Gallery and Olympus 7010 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L20 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7010 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Nikon L20 versus Olympus 7010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L20 compared to the 7010.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L20 and 7010 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and 7010.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus 7010 to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.