Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630
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Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Released February 2009

Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the S630 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L24 was manufactured 2 years later than the S630 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the L24 scores vs the S630 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Nikon Coolpix S630. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Nikon S630
L24 | S630 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Nikon L24
S630 | L24 |
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Common features in the Nikon L24 and Nikon S630
L24 | S630 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L24 comes with outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the L24 versus the S630.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and S630.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L24 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer L24 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L24 vs Nikon S630 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Nikon Coolpix S630 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Nikon Coolpix S630 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
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/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-L12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $119 | $240 |