Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Old Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L120 was brought out 23 months prior to the ST150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L120 grades against the ST150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung ST150F
L120 | ST150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon L120
ST150F | L120 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung ST150F
L120 | ST150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L120 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 and the ST150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and ST150F is 75 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and ST150F.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST150F to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older L120 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung ST150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | 330 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $300 |