Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300
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![Nikon Coolpix L22 front Nikon Coolpix L22 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L22/Nikon-L22-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300/Sony-WX300-front.jpg)
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Newer Model is Sony WX350
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon L22 versus Sony WX300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L22 was brought out 4 years prior to the WX300 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L22 grades versus the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony WX300
L22 | WX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Nikon L22
WX300 | L22 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 37 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony WX300
L22 | WX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 has got physical 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 WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L22 versus Sony WX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the L22 compared to the WX300.
![Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 size comparison Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L22 and WX300 is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and WX300.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX300 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L22-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 183 grams (0.40 pounds) | 166 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $330 |