Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2
93 Imaging
35 Features
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88 Imaging
41 Features
51 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Launched March 2015
- Superseded the Olympus SH-1
- Successor is Olympus SH-3
Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon L22 and Olympus SH-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe L22 was unveiled 6 years prior to the SH-2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the L22 grades vs the SH-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The full galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Olympus SH-2
L22 | SH-2 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Nikon L22
SH-2 | L22 | |||
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Launched | March 2015 | February 2010 | More modern by 62 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Olympus SH-2
L22 | SH-2 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L22 provides external 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) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has proportions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L22 and Olympus SH-2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the L22 vs the SH-2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and SH-2 is 93 and 88 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and SH-2.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SH-2 to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged L22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L22 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 gr (0.40 pounds) | 271 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 380 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $130 | $399 |