Reasons to choose Coolpix L19
Released in 2009, Coolpix L19 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 8 MP effective resolution, and a 130 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L19
vs Nikon Coolpix S51
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L1925 mm²
Coolpix S51- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L19 and Coolpix S51 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 L19MetricCoolpix S51
8 MPEffective pixels8 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
1.76 µmPixel pitch1.76 µm
3.11 µm²Pixel area3.11 µm²
32.21 MP/cm²Pixel density32.21 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
130 gWeight175 g
Internal storageStorageInternal storage
AA (2) batteries (Alkaline, NiMH, Oxyride or Lithium)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 L19 and Coolpix S51 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix L19 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L19 and Coolpix S51 have the same effective resolution. The Coolpix L19 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S51
Released in 2007, Coolpix S51 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 8 MP effective resolution, and a 175 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.