Nikon L22 vs Panasonic LX7

Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon L22 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is very well matched but the L22 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The L22 was released 3 years prior to the LX7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the L22 scores versus the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 enjoys physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L22 compared to the LX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and LX7.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The L22 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon L22 will give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.