Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V
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Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Replaced the Sony HX30V
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon L28 versus Sony HX50V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L28 was brought out 2 months before the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L28 matches up versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Sony HX50V
L28 | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Nikon L28
HX50V | L28 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Sony HX50V
L28 | HX50V | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | April 2013 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L28 versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L28 vs the HX50V.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and HX50V.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
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Nikon L28 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
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) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 272 gr (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
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 | 400 photographs |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $90 | $439 |