Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8000
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe L24 was revealed 20 months after the 8000 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the L24 scores against the 8000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Olympus 8000
L24 | 8000 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 20 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Nikon L24
8000 | L24 |
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Common features in the Nikon L24 and Olympus 8000
L24 | 8000 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L24 has got outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the L24 vs the 8000.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and 8000 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and 8000.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L24 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern L24 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L24 vs Olympus 8000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 |
Alternate name | - | mju Tough 8000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1/4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $119 | $380 |