Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Previous Model is Sony WX300
- Newer Model is Sony WX500
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and WX350 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L22 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L22 matches up against the WX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Sony WX350
L22 | WX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon L22
WX350 | L22 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 49 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L22 and Sony WX350
L22 | WX350 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L22 has external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L22 against the WX350.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and WX350 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L22 and WX350.
As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX350 to produce greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged L22 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L22 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L22 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 183g (0.40 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 life | - | 470 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $130 | $270 |