Nikon L28 vs Pentax VS20

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon L28 and Pentax VS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and VS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L28 was unveiled 13 months later than the VS20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L28 scores versus the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 features physical 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 Pentax VS20 has measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L28 and Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the L28 compared to the VS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and VS20 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and VS20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon L28 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger L28 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.