Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Released February 2012
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon L26 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and P300 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe L26 was manufactured 9 months later than the P300 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L26 grades against the P300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Nikon P300
L26 | P300 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | May 2011 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Nikon L26
P300 | L26 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Nikon P300
L26 | P300 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 has outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Nikon L26 versus Nikon P300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the L26 versus the P300.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and P300 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and P300.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L26 to produce more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger L26 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2011-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 189g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | 200 images | 240 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $70 | $500 |