Nikon L22 vs Panasonic LX3

Below is a complete review of the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the L22 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") have different sensor sizes.

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The L22 was launched 16 months later than the LX3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L22 matches up vs the LX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L22 enjoys outside 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) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the L22 and the LX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and LX3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and LX3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The L22 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon L22 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher L22 should have an advantage in sensor tech.