Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V
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Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V 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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX30V

Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon L22 and Sony HX50V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The L22 was launched 4 years earlier than the HX50V and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the L22 matches up versus the HX50V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony HX50V
L22 | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Nikon L22
HX50V | L22 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 39 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony HX50V
L22 | HX50V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L22 enjoys physical 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) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L22 and Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the L22 and the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L22 and HX50V.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 pounds) | 272g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
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 life | - | 400 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $130 | $439 |