Nikon L21 vs Nikon S570

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon L21 versus Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and S570 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L21 was unveiled 7 months after the S570 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L21 matches up versus the S570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L21 has outside measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon S570 has specifications of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the L21 versus the S570.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and S570 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and S570.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S570 to give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent L21 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.