Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F
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Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Launched February 2009
- Successor is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon L100 and Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L100 was manufactured 4 years before the WB800F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L100 matches up against the WB800F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Samsung WB800F
L100 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon L100
WB800F | L100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L100 and Samsung WB800F
L100 | WB800F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Nikon L100 and Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the L100 vs the WB800F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and WB800F is 79 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L100 and WB800F.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung WB800F to provide you with more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Samsung WB800F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 360 grams (0.79 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $399 | $300 |