Nikon L26 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon L26 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was announced 5 months before the HX20V so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L26 matches up against the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 enjoys outside 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 Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the L26 against the HX20V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and HX20V.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.