Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST500

Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L22 was launched 6 months later than the TL220 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the L22 grades vs the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung TL220
L22 | TL220 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Nikon L22
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung TL220
L22 | TL220 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L22 vs the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and TL220.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung TL220 |
Also referred to as | - | ST500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-08-13 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 183g (0.40 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-07A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $130 | $90 |