Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternative Name is ES55
Photography Glossary Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L22 versus Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe L22 was revealed 14 months after the SL102 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L22 grades versus the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung SL102
| L22 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 14 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon L22
| SL102 | L22 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung SL102
| L22 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L22 versus Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the L22 compared to the SL102.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and SL102 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and SL102.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L22 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher L22 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung SL102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung SL102 |
| Also referred to as | - | ES55 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 183 grams (0.40 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $130 | $130 |