Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly close but the L22 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess different sensor size.

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The L22 was revealed 9 months later than the ZS1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L22 grades against the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L22 has 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) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L22 vs the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and ZS1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and ZS1.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L22 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon L22 will result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer L22 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.