Nikon L32 vs Sony W570
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Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon L32 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and W570 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L32 was revealed 4 years later than the W570 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L32 scores versus the W570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Sony W570
L32 | W570 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon L32
W570 | L32 |
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Common features in the Nikon L32 and Sony W570
L32 | W570 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 has got external 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 W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L32 and Sony W570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L32 versus the W570.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and W570 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and W570.
As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon L32 to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer L32 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon L32 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $120 | $159 |