Nikon L22 vs Nikon S9500

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L22 and Nikon S9500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and S9500 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L22 was unveiled 4 years prior to the S9500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the L22 grades versus the S9500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The full galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L22 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L22 and Nikon S9500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the L22 compared to the S9500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and S9500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and S9500.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to result in greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be behind in sensor tech.