Nikon L24 vs Nikon S620

Let's look closer at the Nikon L24 and Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the S620 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L24 was released 2 years later than the S620 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the L24 scores against the S620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L24 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S620 has sizing of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L24 and Nikon S620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the L24 against the S620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L24 and S620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and S620.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L24 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer L24 provides an edge in sensor tech.