Nikon L22 vs Nikon P7800

Following is a extended overview of the Nikon L22 versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the L22 (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The L22 was announced 4 years before the P7800 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L22 grades vs the P7800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L22 has outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7800 has specifications of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the L22 compared to the P7800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and P7800 is 93 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and P7800.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The L22 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged L22 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.