Nikon L24 vs Sony W610

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon L24 vs Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced 11 months earlier than the W610 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L24 matches up versus the W610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon L24 has 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 Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L24 vs Sony W610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the L24 vs the W610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and W610 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and W610.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged L24 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.