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.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L5
vs Nikon Coolpix S520
VS
Sensor area
25 mm²
Coolpix L525 mm²
Coolpix S520- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Coolpix L5 and Coolpix S520 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 L5MetricCoolpix S520
7.1 MPEffective pixels8 MP
5.75 × 4.32Sensor5.75 × 4.32
1.87 µmPixel pitch1.76 µm
3.5 µm²Pixel area3.11 µm²
28.58 MP/cm²Pixel density32.21 MP/cm²
6.02Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
170 gWeight115 g
Secure DigitalStorageSDHC, Secure Digital
2x AABatteryLithium-Ion (EN-EL10) 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 L5 and Coolpix S520 have the same sensor area. The Coolpix S520 has the lighter body. The Coolpix S520 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix S520 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S520
Released in 2008, Coolpix S520 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 8 MP effective resolution, and a 115 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.