Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Revealed February 2011
- Succeeded the Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The L120 was introduced 3 years prior to the WB35F and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L120 matches up versus the WB35F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Samsung WB35F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung WB35F
L120 | WB35F | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Nikon L120
WB35F | L120 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung WB35F
L120 | WB35F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 has got external measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 against the WB35F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and WB35F is 75 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L120 and WB35F.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB35F to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older L120 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB35F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 grams (0.95 pounds) | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $130 |