Reasons to choose Coolpix L1
Released in 2005, Coolpix L1 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 6 MP effective resolution, and a 180 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L1
vs Nikon Coolpix S50
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L125 mm²
Coolpix S50- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L1 and Coolpix S50 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 L1MetricCoolpix S50
6 MPEffective pixels7.1 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.03 µmPixel pitch1.87 µm
4.14 µm²Pixel area3.5 µm²
24.15 MP/cm²Pixel density28.58 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
180 gWeight125 g
Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryNikon EN-EL8 Lithium-Ion Li-ion battery
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 L1 and Coolpix S50 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix S50 has the lighter body. The Coolpix S50 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix S50 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S50
Released in 2007, Coolpix S50 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.