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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L22 front
Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
  • Announced August 2009
Nikon L22
(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
  • Launched February 2010
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z450 versus Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the L22 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was launched 5 months before the L22 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the L22 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Nikon L22

 EX-Z450 L22 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Casio EX-Z450

 L22 EX-Z450 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon L22

 EX-Z450 L22 
LaunchedAugust 2009February 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z450 has physical dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z450 versus Nikon L22 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z450 and the L22.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and L22 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and L22.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography information
Nikon L22 Portrait photography information
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Street photography advice
Nikon L22 Street photography advice
55
lighter than competitors (128g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
46
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Sports photography info
Nikon L22 Sports photography info
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Travel photography info
Nikon L22 Travel photography info
62
lighter than competitors (128 grams)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
50
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon L22 Landscape photography highlights
36
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
27
decent sized screen (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Vlogging information
Nikon L22 Vlogging information
28
relatively wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors (128g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
22
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic socket
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon L22 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon L22
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Nikon Coolpix L22
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Nikon Coolpix L22
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-08-18 2010-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 128g (0.28 lbs) 183g (0.40 lbs)
Dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-40 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $229 $130