Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4
93 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
33 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS3
- Replacement is Panasonic TS5

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon L22 and Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L22 was announced 24 months before the TS4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the L22 scores vs the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Panasonic TS4
L22 | TS4 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Nikon L22
TS4 | L22 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Panasonic TS4
L22 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 features external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L22 and Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L22 against the TS4.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and TS4.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older L22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 gr (0.40 pounds) | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 310 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 | One | One |
Price at release | $130 | $399 |