Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F
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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F 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
- Superseded the Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L120 was unveiled 23 months prior to the WB800F making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the L120 scores against the WB800F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Samsung WB800F
L120 | WB800F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon L120
WB800F | L120 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Samsung WB800F
L120 | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L120 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 and the WB800F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and WB800F is 75 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and WB800F.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB800F to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Samsung WB800F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $300 |