Nikon L22 vs Sony W370
93 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon L22 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The L22 was released at a similar time to the W370 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the L22 scores against the W370 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony W370
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Nikon L22
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Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony W370
L22 | W370 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L22 versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the L22 and the W370.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and W370 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and W370.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W370 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively.

Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L22 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 gr (0.40 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $130 | $230 |