Nikon L28 vs Pentax K100D S

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon L28 and Pentax K100D S, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the L28 (1/2.3") and K100D S (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The L28 was brought out 5 years later than the K100D S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L28 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L28 grades vs the K100D S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Pentax K100D Super. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L28 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has specifications of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L28 against the K100D S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and K100D S is 93 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and K100D S.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L28 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon L28 will offer you greater detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer L28 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.