Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 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
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also Known as ST50
Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon L120 and Samsung TL100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L120 was released 2 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L120 grades versus the TL100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung TL100
L120 | TL100 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 26 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon L120
TL100 | L120 |
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Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung TL100
L120 | TL100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L120 and Samsung TL100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the L120 compared to the TL100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and TL100 is 75 and 91 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and TL100.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L120 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger L120 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung TL100 |
Also Known as | - | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 431g (0.95 lbs) | 219g (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $22 |