Nikon L22 vs Panasonic ZS20

Here is a extended overview of the Nikon L22 and Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L22 was launched 3 years prior to the ZS20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L22 matches up against the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 features physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L22 and Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the L22 compared to the ZS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and ZS20 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and ZS20.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS20 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older L22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.