Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F
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Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F 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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched January 2014

Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon L22 versus Samsung WB350F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L22 was launched 4 years earlier than the WB350F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the L22 grades against the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery & Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Samsung WB350F
L22 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Nikon L22
WB350F | L22 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 47 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Samsung WB350F
L22 | WB350F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB350F has sizing of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 versus Samsung WB350F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the L22 and the WB350F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and WB350F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and WB350F.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB350F to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged L22 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Samsung WB350F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 pounds) | 276g (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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-10A |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $130 | $260 |