Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L22 was introduced 11 months earlier than the FH27 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L22 scores versus the FH27 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Panasonic FH27
L22 | FH27 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Nikon L22
FH27 | L22 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Panasonic FH27
L22 | FH27 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 features physical 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 Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the L22 against the FH27.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and FH27 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and FH27.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183 gr (0.40 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $130 | $229 |