Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V
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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011

Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L26 was announced 7 months after the HX7V so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L26 grades versus the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Sony HX7V
L26 | HX7V | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Nikon L26
HX7V | L26 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Sony HX7V
L26 | HX7V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the L26 vs the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and HX7V.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher L26 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 208g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 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/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $70 | $499 |