Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340
93 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
36 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Photography Glossary Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L22 versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe L22 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the VR-340 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L22 scores against the VR-340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Olympus VR-340
| L22 | VR-340 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Nikon L22
| VR-340 | L22 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | February 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Olympus VR-340
| L22 | VR-340 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 versus Olympus VR-340 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L22 and the VR-340.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and VR-340 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and VR-340.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Olympus VR-340 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older L22 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon L22 vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus VR-340 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Olympus VR-340 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.0-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 183 gr (0.40 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $130 | $130 |