Nikon L22 vs Nikon S33

Lets look more closely at the Nikon L22 versus Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is very well matched but the L22 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The L22 was introduced 6 years earlier than the S33 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the L22 matches up versus the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Nikon S33 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L22 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S33 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Nikon L22 versus Nikon S33 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L22 vs the S33.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and S33 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and S33.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L22 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S33 will resolve more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L22 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.