Nikon L26 vs Sony H55
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Nikon L26 vs Sony H55 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
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Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon L26 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L26 was unveiled 20 months later than the H55 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L26 grades against the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Sony H55
| L26 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | June 2010 | Fresher by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon L26
| H55 | L26 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Sony H55
| L26 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L26 comes with outer measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L26 versus Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the L26 versus the H55.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and H55.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon L26 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer L26 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L26 vs Sony H55 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 images | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $70 | $235 |