Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22
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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon L20 and Panasonic FH22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and FH22 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L20 was released 11 months before the FH22 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L20 matches up versus the FH22 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L20 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Panasonic FH22
L20 | FH22 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Nikon L20
FH22 | L20 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Panasonic FH22
L20 | FH22 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L20 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Nikon L20 and Panasonic FH22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the L20 against the FH22.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L20 and FH22 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and FH22.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH22 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged L20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L20 vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 170 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $120 | $200 |