Nikon L32 vs Sony W510

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon L32 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L32 was manufactured 4 years after the W510 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L32 matches up against the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the L32 vs the W510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L32 and W510 is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and W510.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon L32 to resolve more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher L32 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.