Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620
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Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009

Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L22 was introduced 13 months later than the S620 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the L22 grades against the S620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Nikon S620
L22 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Nikon L22
S620 | L22 |
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Common features in the Nikon L22 and Nikon S620
L22 | S620 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L22 has exterior measurements 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 S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the L22 vs the S620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and S620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and S620.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger L22 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $130 | $37 |