Nikon L21 vs Sony W230

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon L21 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and W230 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L21 was manufactured 12 months later than the W230 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L21 scores versus the W230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L21 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 comes with 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) whilst the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Nikon L21 vs Sony W230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 against the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L21 and W230.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W230 to show more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger L21 should have an edge in sensor tech.