Reasons to choose Coolpix L11
Released in 2007, Coolpix L11 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 6 MP effective resolution, and a 125 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L11
vs Nikon Coolpix P2
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L1138 mm²
Coolpix P2- Area ratio
- 1.53:1
- Absolute difference
- 13 mm²
- Relative difference
- 52.6%
The Coolpix P2 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix L11MetricCoolpix P2
6 MPEffective pixels5 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor7.11 × 5.33
2.03 µmPixel pitch2.75 µm
4.14 µm²Pixel area7.58 µm²
24.15 MP/cm²Pixel density13.19 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
125 gWeight170 g
Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryNikon EN-EL8 rechargeable 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 P2 has the larger sensor area. The Coolpix L11 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L11 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix L11 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix P2
Released in 2005, Coolpix P2 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 170 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.