Nikon L32 vs Sony RX100 II

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon L32 and Sony RX100 II, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L32 (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly well matched but the L32 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") boast different sensor size.

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The L32 was released 19 months later than the RX100 II making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon L32 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the L32 scores vs the RX100 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L32 features outer dimensions 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 RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L32 and Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L32 compared to the RX100 II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L32 and RX100 II is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and RX100 II.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizing. The L32 includes the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF more challenging. The more modern L32 provides an advantage in sensor technology.