Nikon L24 vs Sony HX80

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon L24 and Sony HX80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The L24 was revealed 6 years prior to the HX80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L24 scores against the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Nikon L24 and Sony HX80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the L24 vs the HX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L24 and HX80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and HX80.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX80 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older L24 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.