Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2010

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon L28 versus Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and S6000 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L28 was unveiled 3 years later than the S6000 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L28 scores vs the S6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Nikon Coolpix S6000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery & Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon S6000
L28 | S6000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 37 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Nikon L28
S6000 | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon S6000
L28 | S6000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L28 features external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon S6000 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L28 versus Nikon S6000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the L28 and the S6000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and S6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and S6000.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L28 to render extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern L28 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $90 | $300 |