Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c
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Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2014

Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the S810c (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L26 was manufactured 3 years before the S810c which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L26 scores against the S810c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Nikon S810c
L26 | S810c |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Nikon L26
S810c | L26 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 26 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Nikon S810c
L26 | S810c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Nikon S810c has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L26 and the S810c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and S810c is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and S810c.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged L26 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Nikon S810c Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix S810c | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Nikon Coolpix S810c |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2014-04-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 216 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 270 photos |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $70 | $350 |