Nikon L26 vs Olympus SP-565UZ

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon L26 and Olympus SP-565UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and SP-565UZ (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L26 was manufactured 3 years later than the SP-565UZ and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L26 scores vs the SP-565UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L26 has got external 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) whilst the Olympus SP-565UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the L26 and the SP-565UZ.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and SP-565UZ is 93 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and SP-565UZ.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon L26 to give extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L26 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.