Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2017

Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon L28 versus Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and W300 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L28 was revealed 5 years prior to the W300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L28 matches up versus the W300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon W300
L28 | W300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Nikon L28
W300 | L28 | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 52 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon W300
L28 | W300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L28 versus Nikon W300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L28 versus the W300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and W300 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and W300.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L28 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged L28 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2017-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 231 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | 280 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Built-in |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $90 | $387 |