Reasons to choose Coolpix L16
Released in 2008, Coolpix L16 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.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L16
vs Nikon Coolpix L5
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L1625 mm²
Coolpix L5- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L16 and Coolpix L5 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 L16MetricCoolpix L5
7.1 MPEffective pixels7.1 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
1.87 µmPixel pitch1.87 µm
3.5 µm²Pixel area3.5 µm²
28.58 MP/cm²Pixel density28.58 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
125 gWeight170 g
SDHC, Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)Battery2x AA
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 L16 and Coolpix L5 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L16 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L16 and Coolpix L5 have the same effective resolution. The Coolpix L16 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix L5
Released in 2006, Coolpix L5 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 7.1 MP effective resolution, and a 170 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.