Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon L22 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L22 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the SZ1 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L22 grades against the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Panasonic SZ1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Nikon L22
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Panasonic SZ1
L22 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L22 provides external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Nikon L22 and Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the L22 versus the SZ1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and SZ1 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and SZ1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged L22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | 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 | 6.08 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 183g (0.40 lb) | 131g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $130 | $179 |