Nikon L32 vs Sony NEX-6

Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon L32 versus Sony NEX-6, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The L32 was unveiled 22 months later than the NEX-6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L32 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L32 grades versus the NEX-6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L32 enjoys exterior 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 NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L32 versus Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the L32 compared to the NEX-6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L32 and NEX-6 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L32 and NEX-6.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L32 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon L32 will render more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent L32 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.