Nikon L22 vs Samsung DV300F
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung DV300F 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
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L22 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L22 was released 23 months before the DV300F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L22 grades versus the DV300F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung DV300F
| L22 | DV300F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Nikon L22
| DV300F | L22 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung DV300F
| L22 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L22 features outer 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 Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 versus Samsung DV300F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the L22 and the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and DV300F.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung DV300F to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung DV300F |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2012-01-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 183g (0.40 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 model | 2 x AA | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $130 | $200 |