Nikon L22 vs Sony S980
93 Imaging
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon L22 and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The L22 was brought out 12 months later than the S980 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the L22 scores versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony S980
L22 | S980 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Nikon L22
S980 | L22 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony S980
L22 | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L22 and Sony S980 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the L22 versus the S980.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L22 and S980.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer L22 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon L22 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-02-17 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | One | One |
Cost at release | $130 | $300 |