Nikon L21 vs Sony H70

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon L21 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and H70 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L21 was unveiled 11 months before the H70 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L21 matches up vs the H70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L21 comes with outside 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 Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L21 versus Sony H70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L21 and the H70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and H70 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and H70.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H70 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.