Nikon L21 vs Sony S2100

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L21 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and S2100 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L21 was revealed within a month of the S2100 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the L21 matches up against the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L21 enjoys 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) and the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L21 versus Sony S2100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 vs the S2100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and S2100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony S2100 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.