Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10
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Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011

Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon L28 versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L28 was launched 2 years after the WX10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L28 matches up against the WX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Sony WX10
L28 | WX10 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 26 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Nikon L28
WX10 | L28 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Sony WX10
L28 | WX10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 features 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) and the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L28 versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L28 against the WX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and WX10 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and WX10.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer L28 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $90 | $200 |