Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W
93 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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91 Imaging
35 Features
42 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W 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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650

Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon L22 versus Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L22 was revealed 4 months prior to the HZ35W which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L22 scores versus the HZ35W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Samsung HZ35W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung HZ35W
L22 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Nikon L22
HZ35W | L22 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung HZ35W
L22 | HZ35W | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L22 has external 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 Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L22 versus Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L22 versus the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and HZ35W.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also called as | - | WB650 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 ID | 2 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $130 | $300 |