Nikon L32 vs Samsung SL720

Let's look much closer at the Nikon L32 and Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L32 was announced 5 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the L32 matches up against the SL720 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L32 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 provides external 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 Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L32 and Samsung SL720 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the L32 vs the SL720.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L32 and SL720 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L32 and SL720.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon L32 to produce more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher L32 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.