Canon S110 vs Nikon L22
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Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced September 2012
- Older Model is Canon S100
- Refreshed by Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2010

Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon S110 versus Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the L22 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S110 (1/1.7") and L22 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

The S110 was unveiled 2 years after the L22 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S110 matches up vs the L22 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S110 and Nikon Coolpix L22. The full galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Nikon L22
S110 | L22 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 32 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Canon S110
L22 | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Nikon L22
S110 | L22 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S110 features external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Contrast the Canon S110 versus Nikon L22 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S110 against the L22.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S110 and L22 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S110 and L22.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The S110 comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The newer S110 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Nikon L22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Nikon Coolpix L22 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Nikon Coolpix L22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) | 183 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $299 | $130 |