Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V
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Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Replaced the Sony HX20V
- Updated by Sony HX50V
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe L28 was launched 12 months later than the HX30V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L28 grades vs the HX30V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Sony HX30V
L28 | HX30V | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Nikon L28
HX30V | L28 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Sony HX30V
L28 | HX30V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 has got external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the L28 versus the HX30V.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and HX30V.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher L28 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon L28 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 254 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 photographs | 320 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $90 | $420 |