Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon P600
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon L26 and Nikon P610, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the P610 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L26 was introduced 4 years prior to the P610 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L26 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the L26 matches up versus the P610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix P610. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon P610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Nikon P610
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Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Nikon L26
P610 | L26 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | February 2012 | More recent by 36 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Nikon P610
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L26 and Nikon P610 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the L26 and the P610.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and P610 is 93 and 65 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and P610.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older L26 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon P610 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix P610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix P610 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 565 gr (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $70 | $430 |