Nikon L21 vs Olympus 7030

Here is a extended overview of the Nikon L21 vs Olympus 7030, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and 7030 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L21 was revealed very close to the 7030 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L21 grades vs the 7030 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Olympus Stylus 7030. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery & Olympus 7030 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L21 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus 7030 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the L21 vs the 7030.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and 7030 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L21 and 7030.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus 7030 to show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively.