Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP
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![Nikon Coolpix L24 front Nikon Coolpix L24 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L24/Nikon-L24-front.jpg)
![Olympus Stylus 550WP front Olympus Stylus 550WP front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-550WP/Olympus-550WP-front.jpg)
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33 Features
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP 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
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also referred to as mju 550WP
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon L24 and Olympus 550WP, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and 550WP (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L24 was manufactured 2 years after the 550WP which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the L24 matches up against the 550WP for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Olympus Stylus 550WP. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery and Olympus 550WP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Olympus 550WP
L24 | 550WP | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 26 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Nikon L24
550WP | L24 |
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Common features in the Nikon L24 and Olympus 550WP
L24 | 550WP | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus 550WP has measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L24 and Olympus 550WP in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the L24 compared to the 550WP.
![Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP size comparison Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L24-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and 550WP is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP top view buttons comparison Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L24-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and 550WP.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L24 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher L24 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP sensor size comparison Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L24-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L24-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 550WP Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus Stylus 550WP | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus Stylus 550WP |
Otherwise known as | - | mju 550WP |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $119 | $399 |