Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L26 versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe L26 was brought out 6 months after the S100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L26 grades versus the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix S100. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Nikon S100
L26 | S100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Nikon L26
S100 | L26 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 820k | 230k | Sharper screen (+590k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Nikon S100
L26 | S100 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | August 2011 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Nikon L26 versus Nikon S100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L26 compared to the S100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and S100.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 820 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 175g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
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 photos | 150 photos |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $70 | $240 |