Reasons to choose Coolpix 4600
Released in 2005, Coolpix 4600 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 3.9 MP effective resolution, and a 130 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix 4600
vs Nikon Coolpix L12
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix 460025 mm²
Coolpix L12- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix 4600 and Coolpix L12 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix 4600MetricCoolpix L12
3.9 MPEffective pixels7.1 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.52 µmPixel pitch1.87 µm
6.37 µm²Pixel area3.5 µm²
15.7 MP/cm²Pixel density28.58 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
130 gWeight125 g
Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix 4600 and Coolpix L12 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L12 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L12 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix L12 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix L12
Released in 2007, Coolpix L12 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 7.1 MP effective resolution, and a 125 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.