Nikon L810 vs Sony WX50

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon L810 vs Sony WX50, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L810 was revealed at a similar time to the WX50 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L810 scores against the WX50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L810 compared to the WX50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and WX50 is 74 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and WX50.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images although you will want to take the age of the products into consideration.