Nikon L26 vs Nikon S32

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon L26 vs Nikon S32, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the L26 (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") come with different sensor size.

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The L26 was announced 24 months prior to the S32 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the L26 scores against the S32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has proportions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the L26 compared to the S32.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and S32 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and S32.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L26 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon L26 will offer you more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged L26 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.