Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj
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![Nikon Coolpix L28 front Nikon Coolpix L28 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L28/Nikon-L28-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj/Nikon-S1000pj-front.jpg)
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L28 and Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L28 was manufactured 3 years later than the S1000pj and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L28 scores versus the S1000pj with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon S1000pj
L28 | S1000pj | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 43 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon L28
S1000pj | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon S1000pj
L28 | S1000pj | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has proportions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 and Nikon S1000pj in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the L28 compared to the S1000pj.
![Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the L28 and S1000pj is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and S1000pj.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger L28 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait 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 L28 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 | 280 images | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $289 |