Nikon L28 vs Sony WX500

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon L28 and Sony WX500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L28 was brought out 3 years prior to the WX500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L28 grades versus the WX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 offers outer dimensions 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 WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Nikon L28 and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the L28 vs the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and WX500 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and WX500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon L28 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older L28 will be behind in sensor innovation.