Nikon L28 vs Sony HX80

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L28 versus Sony HX80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L28 was manufactured 4 years prior to the HX80 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L28 matches up against the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L28 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L28 compared to the HX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and HX80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and HX80.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older L28 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.