Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150
Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
30
93 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
30
Portability
95 Imaging
41 Features
43 Overall
41
95 Imaging
41 Features
43 Overall
41
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
Nikon L24
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
Sony WX150
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon L24 and Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L24 was unveiled 12 months prior to the WX150 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L24 scores vs the WX150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Sony WX150
| L24 | WX150 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Nikon L24
| WX150 | L24 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | February 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Sony WX150
| L24 | WX150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L24 features exterior 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 WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L24 and Sony WX150 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the L24 and the WX150.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and WX150 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and WX150.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to result in greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged L24 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Nikon L24
Portrait photography with Sony WX150
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
decent MP (18 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
no manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (133g)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports photography with Nikon L24
Sports photography with Sony WX150
good resolution (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lighter than average (133 grams)
decent MP (18MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Sony WX150 Landscape photography details
nice screen size (3")
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse function
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Nikon L24 Vlogging features
Sony WX150 Vlogging features
comes with face detection autofocus
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone support
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (133 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
missing external mic port
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Nikon L24 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-02-09 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 182 gr (0.40 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
| Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $119 | $300 |