Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1
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Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013

Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L22 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TF1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L22 grades vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L22 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony TF1
L22 | TF1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Nikon L22
TF1 | L22 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 41 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony TF1
L22 | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the L22 and the TF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and TF1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony TF1 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | 183 grams (0.40 lb) | 152 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 life | - | 240 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $130 | $266 |