Nikon L21 vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Nikon L21 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Key Specs
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- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Introduced March 2011
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L21 and Olympus SZ-30MR, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L21 was revealed 13 months before the SZ-30MR which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L21 scores versus the SZ-30MR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
| L21 | SZ-30MR |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Nikon L21
| SZ-30MR | L21 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | March 2011 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Olympus SZ-30MR
| L21 | SZ-30MR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon L21 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 comes with exterior dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the L21 and the SZ-30MR.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L21 and SZ-30MR is 93 and 89 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L21 and SZ-30MR.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-30MR to provide greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L21 vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L21 | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Olympus SZ-30MR |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-03-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.0-6.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $180 | $279 |
