Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50
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Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 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" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Nikon L26 versus Olympus SH-50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L26 was introduced 11 months prior to the SH-50 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L26 scores versus the SH-50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Olympus SH-50
L26 | SH-50 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Nikon L26
SH-50 | L26 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Olympus SH-50
L26 | SH-50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has proportions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L26 versus Olympus SH-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the L26 compared to the SH-50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L26 and SH-50 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and SH-50.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older L26 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Olympus SH-50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VI |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $70 | $300 |