Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB700

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L100 and Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WB700 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L100 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the WB700 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L100 matches up versus the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 has outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the L100 compared to the WB700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and WB700 is 79 and 98 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L100 and WB700.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB700 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.