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Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820

Portability
77
Imaging
35
Features
28
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix L110 front
 
Samsung SL820 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs

Nikon L110
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
  • 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Succeeded the Nikon L100
  • Replacement is Nikon L120
Samsung SL820
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Other Name is IT100
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Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon L110 and Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L110 was released 12 months after the SL820 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L110 scores against the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Samsung SL820

 L110 SL820 
IntroducedFebruary 2010February 2009Newer by 12 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon L110

 SL820 L110 

Common features in the Nikon L110 and Samsung SL820

 L110 SL820 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L110 has exterior measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Nikon L110 and Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L110 vs the SL820.

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L110 and SL820 is 77 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L110 and SL820.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher L110 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L110 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung SL820 Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
26
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon L110 as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Street photography camera
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L110 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Sports photography camera
34
incredible zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon L110
Travel photography with Samsung SL820
54
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
long zoom (420mm)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
57
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low MP (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L110 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Landscape photography camera
35
pretty wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
32
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L110 Vlogging information
Samsung SL820 Vlogging information
25
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
27
really wide (28mm)
offers face detection focusing
slow max aperture (f3.4)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Nikon L110 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L110 and Samsung SL820
 Nikon Coolpix L110Samsung SL820
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix L110 Samsung SL820
Otherwise known as - IT100
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-02-03 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-420mm (15.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.4 f/3.4-5.8
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 13.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 406 gr (0.90 pounds) 168 gr (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model 4 x AA SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $280 $280