Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Revealed February 2011
- Earlier Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon L120 versus Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L120 was revealed 3 years prior to the WB50F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L120 grades vs the WB50F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung WB50F
L120 | WB50F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Nikon L120
WB50F | L120 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung WB50F
L120 | WB50F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Nikon L120 versus Samsung WB50F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the L120 compared to the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and WB50F is 75 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and WB50F.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung WB50F to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB50F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) | 207 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $180 |