Nikon L22 vs Panasonic LX5

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L22 versus Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is very well matched but the L22 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The L22 was manufactured 22 months prior to the LX5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the L22 matches up against the LX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery & Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L22 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic LX5 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L22 versus Panasonic LX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L22 compared to the LX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and LX5 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and LX5.

As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L22 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon L22 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be behind in sensor tech.