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 S4
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L1125 mm²
Coolpix S4- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L11 and Coolpix S4 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 L11MetricCoolpix S4
6 MPEffective pixels6 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.03 µmPixel pitch2.03 µm
4.14 µm²Pixel area4.14 µm²
24.15 MP/cm²Pixel density24.15 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
125 gWeight205 g
Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryAA NiMH (2) batteries (supplied)
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 L11 and Coolpix S4 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L11 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L11 and Coolpix S4 have the same effective resolution. The Coolpix L11 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S4
Released in 2005, Coolpix S4 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 6 MP effective resolution, and a 205 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.