Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V
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![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V/Sony-HX10V-front.jpg)
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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Launched February 2012
- New Model is Sony HX20V
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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon L26 versus Sony HX10V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L26 was brought out at a similar time to the HX10V and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the L26 matches up against the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Sony HX10V
L26 | HX10V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Nikon L26
HX10V | L26 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Sony HX10V
L26 | HX10V | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L26 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L26 versus Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the L26 compared to the HX10V.
![Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V size comparison Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V top view buttons comparison Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and HX10V.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
![Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V sensor size comparison Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) | 234 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 photographs | 320 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $70 | $616 |