Nikon L22 vs Nikon S3300

The following is a detailed review of the Nikon L22 versus Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L22 was brought out 24 months earlier than the S3300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L22 matches up against the S3300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L22 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Nikon S3300 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L22 versus Nikon S3300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the L22 against the S3300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and S3300 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L22 and S3300.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3300 to render greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.