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Nikon L22 vs Sony G3

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix L22 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Nikon L22
(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
  • Released February 2010
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon L22 and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L22 was introduced 14 months later than the G3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the L22 grades versus the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony G3

 L22 G3 
ReleasedFebruary 2010January 2009Fresher by 14 months

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon L22

 G3 L22 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony G3

 L22 G3 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon L22 has external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L22 and the G3.

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L22 and G3.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L22 to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer L22 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L22 Portrait photography details
Sony G3 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
you can focus manually
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon L22 Street photography information
Sony G3 Street photography information
46
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L22 Sports photography info
Sony G3 Sports photography info
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
23
image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
low fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L22 Travel photography advice
Sony G3 Travel photography advice
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low megapixels (10MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L22 Landscape photography advice
Sony G3 Landscape photography advice
27
screen size is good (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
36
you can focus manually
very good size screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L22 Vlogging factors
Sony G3 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
27
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone support
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Nikon L22 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L22 and Sony G3
 Nikon Coolpix L22Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix L22 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-03 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-134mm (3.6x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, 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
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 183g (0.40 pounds) 185g (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $130 $200