Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-320

Lets look closer at the Nikon L22 versus Olympus VR-320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L22 was revealed 17 months prior to the VR-320 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L22 matches up against the VR-320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus VR-320 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L22 versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the L22 and the VR-320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and VR-320 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and VR-320.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus VR-320 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.