• 1/1.7 inch 43.3mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 136.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon S90 advantages over Nikon L22

  • Larger sensor
    1/1.7 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.08 vs 1.54 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.1
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • More dots on screen
    461k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon L22 advantages over Canon S90

  • Less expensive
    $130 vs $430 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    136 mm vs 105 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 420 vs 220 shots
    Capture more photos
  • More pixels
    12.0 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-S2100

Canon S90
Sony DSC-S2100
  • $430
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $80
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Canon S90 vs Sony DSC-S2100

Nikon L22
Sony DSC-S2100
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $80
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Nikon L22 vs Sony DSC-S2100

Compared to Canon S95

Canon S90
Canon S95
  • $430
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Less shutter lag
  • $428
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Canon S90 vs Canon S95

Nikon L22
Canon S95
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $428
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon L22 vs Canon S95

Compared to Nikon L24

Canon S90
Nikon L24
  • $430
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $100
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon S90 vs Nikon L24

Nikon L22
Nikon L24
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $100
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Higher extended ISO

Compare Nikon L22 vs Nikon L24

Compared to Canon S100

Canon S90
Canon S100
  • $430
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $429
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Manual focus

Compare Canon S90 vs Canon S100

Nikon L22
Canon S100
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $429
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon L22 vs Canon S100

Compared to Canon S110

Canon S90
Canon S110
  • $430
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $249
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Canon S90 vs Canon S110

Nikon L22
Canon S110
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $249
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon L22 vs Canon S110

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