Reasons to choose Coolpix L27
Released in 2013, Coolpix L27 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 16.1 MP effective resolution, and a 161 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L27
vs Nikon Coolpix S2500
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
Coolpix L2728 mm²
Coolpix S2500- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L27 and Coolpix S2500 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 L27MetricCoolpix S2500
16.1 MPEffective pixels12.39 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor6.16 × 4.62
1.33 µmPixel pitch1.52 µm
1.77 µm²Pixel area2.3 µm²
56.57 MP/cm²Pixel density43.54 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor5.62
—Maximum video—
161 gWeight117 g
SD/SDHC/SDXCStorageSDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital
2 AA-size batteriesBatteryLi-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 L27 and Coolpix S2500 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix S2500 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L27 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix L27 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S2500
Released in 2011, Coolpix S2500 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12.39 MP effective resolution, and a 117 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.