Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300
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Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310
Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the P300 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe L24 was released 3 months earlier than the P300 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the L24 grades against the P300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Nikon P300
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Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Nikon L24
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Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Nikon P300
L24 | P300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | May 2011 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L24 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L24 and the P300.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and P300.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon L24 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L24 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2011-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | 240 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $119 | $500 |