Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80
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Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon L24 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe L24 was revealed 23 months earlier than the WX80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L24 scores versus the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Sony WX80
L24 | WX80 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Nikon L24
WX80 | L24 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Sony WX80
L24 | WX80 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 features outside 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 WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L24 and Sony WX80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the L24 and the WX80.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L24 and WX80.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony WX80 to render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged L24 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L24 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 |
Style 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $119 | $276 |