Reasons to choose Coolpix L22
Released in 2010, Coolpix L22 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 12.2 MP effective resolution, and a 183 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Nikon Coolpix L22
vs Nikon Coolpix S600
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
Coolpix L2228 mm²
Coolpix S600- Area ratio
- 1.03:1
- Absolute difference
- 1 mm²
- Relative difference
- 2.6%
The Coolpix L22 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Coolpix L22MetricCoolpix S600
12.2 MPEffective pixels10 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor6.08 × 4.56
1.53 µmPixel pitch1.67 µm
2.33 µm²Pixel area2.77 µm²
42.87 MP/cm²Pixel density36.07 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor5.69
—Maximum video—
183 gWeight130 g
SDHC, Secure DigitalStorageSDHC, Secure Digital
2 x AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH or Lithium)BatteryLithium-Ion (EN-EL10) Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Coolpix L22 has the larger sensor area. The Coolpix S600 has the lighter body. The Coolpix L22 has the higher effective resolution. The Coolpix L22 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Coolpix S600
Released in 2008, Coolpix S600 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 10 MP effective resolution, and a 130 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.