Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515
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Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012

Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L22 was manufactured 3 years prior to the VH-515 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L22 scores vs the VH-515 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Olympus VH-515 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Olympus VH-515
L22 | VH-515 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Nikon L22
VH-515 | L22 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Olympus VH-515
L22 | VH-515 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L22 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the L22 and the VH-515.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and VH-515 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and VH-515.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older L22 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Olympus VH-515 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus VH-515 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus VH-515 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $648 |