Nikon L24 vs Nikon S3300

Below, we are looking at the Nikon L24 versus Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the S3300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L24 scores vs the S3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S3300 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the L24 vs the S3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and S3300 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and S3300.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older L24 is going to be behind in sensor technology.