Nikon L22 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon L22 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L22 was announced 3 years before the SZ-16 iHS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the L22 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L22 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L22 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the L22 vs the SZ-16 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and SZ-16 iHS is 93 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.