Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2010

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and L22 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was revealed 24 months after the L22 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the L22 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Nikon Coolpix L22. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon L22
EX-ZR15 | L22 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Casio EX-ZR15
L22 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L22
EX-ZR15 | L22 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon L22 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the L22.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and L22 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and L22.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR15 to offer greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR15 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L22 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix L22 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix L22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 183g (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $249 | $130 |