Nikon L24 vs Olympus XZ-10

Following is a extended review of the Nikon L24 and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L24 was unveiled 24 months before the XZ-10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L24 grades versus the XZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L24 comes with physical dimensions 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 Olympus XZ-10 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the L24 against the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and XZ-10 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and XZ-10.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L24 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.