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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22

Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
47
Overall
45
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS front
 
Nikon Coolpix L22 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Key Specs

Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
  • 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
  • Revealed January 2015
  • Succeeded the Canon SX600 HS
Nikon L22
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Released February 2010
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon L22, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and L22 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was unveiled 4 years after the L22 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX610 HS grades vs the L22 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Nikon L22

 SX610 HS L22 
ReleasedJanuary 2015February 2010More modern by 60 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Display resolution922k230kSharper display (+692k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Canon SX610 HS

 L22 SX610 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon L22

 SX610 HS L22 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon L22 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX610 HS versus the L22.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and L22 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and L22.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to deliver extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 sensor size comparison

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX610 HS
Portrait photography with Nikon L22
44
you can focus manually
MP count good (20 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX610 HS Street photography advice
Nikon L22 Street photography advice
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (191g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
46
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX610 HS Sports photography highlights
Nikon L22 Sports photography highlights
44
incredible zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
supports tracking focus
low fps (2.5 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (270 shots)
lacks phase detect autofocus
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX610 HS Travel photography info
Nikon L22 Travel photography info
68
lighter than competition (191 grams)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (450mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
not so great battery power (270 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
50
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX610 HS Landscape photography highlights
Nikon L22 Landscape photography highlights
48
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
not so great battery power (270 per charge)
does not have Timelapse mode
27
screen size is good (3")
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX610 HS Vlogging info
Nikon L22 Vlogging info
35
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (191 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
22
wide angle not the best (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon L22 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX610 HS and Nikon L22
 Canon PowerShot SX610 HSNikon Coolpix L22
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot SX610 HS Nikon Coolpix L22
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2015-01-06 2010-02-03
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4+ Expeed C2
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5184 x 3888 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-450mm (18.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/3.8-6.9 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 922 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.5 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 191 gr (0.42 lb) 183 gr (0.40 lb)
Dimensions 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 270 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-6LH 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $214 $130