Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon L22 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe L22 was announced 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 4G which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L22 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L22 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon L22
Galaxy Camera 4G | L22 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 31 months | |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
L22 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L22 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the L22 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged L22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $130 | $550 |