Nikon L22 vs Sony WX5

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L22 versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L22 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L22 was launched 5 months prior to the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the L22 scores against the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L22 provides 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 WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L22 against the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L22 and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L22 and WX5.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account.