Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Released February 2011
- Earlier Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Introduced September 2011

Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon L120 versus Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L120 was manufactured 6 months prior to the MV800 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L120 grades vs the MV800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung MV800
L120 | MV800 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Nikon L120
MV800 | L120 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung MV800
L120 | MV800 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | September 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L120 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L120 versus Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 and the MV800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and MV800 is 75 and 97 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and MV800.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung MV800 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung MV800 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431g (0.95 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
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 life | 330 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $499 |