Canon S95 vs Nikon L22

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon S95 versus Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the L22 (12MP) is very well matched but the S95 (1/1.7") and L22 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S95 was manufactured 10 months later than the L22 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the S95 grades vs the L22 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 and Nikon Coolpix L22. The entire galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon L22 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Canon S95 versus Nikon L22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S95 against the L22.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and L22 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and L22.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L22 will resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern S95 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.