Nikon L26 vs Sony TX100V

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon L26 versus Sony TX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L26 was launched 14 months later than the TX100V making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L26 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the L26 matches up vs the TX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L26 has got physical 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 TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the L26 vs the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and TX100V is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and TX100V.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger L26 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.