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 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T30
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L1625 mm²
Cyber-shot DSC-T30- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L16 and Cyber-shot DSC-T30 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 L16MetricCyber-shot DSC-T30
7.1 MPEffective pixels7.2 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
1.87 µmPixel pitch1.86 µm
3.5 µm²Pixel area3.45 µm²
28.58 MP/cm²Pixel density28.99 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
125 gWeight169 g
SDHC, Secure DigitalStorageMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryInfoLithium (NP-FR1)
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 Cyber-shot DSC-T30 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L16 has the lighter body. The Cyber-shot DSC-T30 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix L16 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Cyber-shot DSC-T30
Released in 2006, Cyber-shot DSC-T30 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 7.2 MP effective resolution, and a 169 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.