Nikon L24 vs Sony H70

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon L24 and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced 2 months after the H70 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the L24 matches up against the H70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L24 and Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L24 versus the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and H70 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and H70.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony H70 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively.