Nikon L21 vs Nikon L26

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon L21 versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and L26 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L21 was revealed 24 months before the L26 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L21 grades versus the L26 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L21 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L21 versus Nikon L26 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 and the L26.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L21 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and L26.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L26 to result in more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.