Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80
Portability
93 Imaging
39 Features
24 Overall
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93 Imaging
39 Features
24 Overall
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Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
38 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
38 Overall
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Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
Nikon L26
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced February 2012
Sony WX80
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon L26 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L26 was introduced 11 months before the WX80 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L26 scores vs the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Sony WX80
| L26 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Nikon L26
| WX80 | L26 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Sony WX80
| L26 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L26 enjoys outer 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L26 and Sony WX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 and the WX80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and WX80.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged L26 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon L26 Portrait photography features
Sony WX80 Portrait photography features
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
resolution is good (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Nikon L26 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Street photography camera
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
image stabilization (Optical)
has focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Nikon L26 Sports photography features
Sony WX80 Sports photography features
decent megapixels (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery power (200 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Nikon L26 Travel photography features
Sony WX80 Travel photography features
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse function
low battery power (200 per charge)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
has focus by touch
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon L26
Landscape photography with Sony WX80
reasonably wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery power (200 per charge)
no Time Lapse function
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Nikon L26 Vlogging features
Sony WX80 Vlogging features
reasonably wide (26mm)
supports face detection focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
no microphone port
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Nikon L26 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| 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 | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-8.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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) | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 | 240 images |
| Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $70 | $276 |