Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon L28 versus Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S4300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L28 was released 13 months later than the S4300 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L28 matches up against the S4300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon S4300
L28 | S4300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Nikon L28
S4300 | L28 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon S4300
L28 | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L28 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon S4300 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L28 versus Nikon S4300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the L28 and the S4300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and S4300 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and S4300.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent L28 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 280 photos | 180 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $90 | $119 |