Nikon L28 vs Nikon S5100

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L28 vs Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S5100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L28 was released 2 years after the S5100 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the L28 matches up vs the S5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L28 against the S5100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and S5100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and S5100.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent L28 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.