Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Introduced February 2011
- Older Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L120 was introduced 23 months earlier than the WB30F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L120 matches up vs the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung WB30F
L120 | WB30F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon L120
WB30F | L120 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung WB30F
L120 | WB30F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L120 features outer measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the L120 vs the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and WB30F is 75 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and WB30F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB30F to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged L120 will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431g (0.95 pounds) | 128g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $180 |