Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820
94 Imaging
31 Features
11 Overall
23
![Nikon Coolpix L19 front Nikon Coolpix L19 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L19/Nikon-L19-front.jpg)
![Samsung SL820 front Samsung SL820 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL820/Samsung-SL820-front.jpg)
94 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
29
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternate Name is IT100
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon L19 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and SL820 (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and SL820 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
The L19 was unveiled within a month of the SL820 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L19 scores versus the SL820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Samsung SL820. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Samsung SL820
L19 | SL820 |
---|
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon L19
SL820 | L19 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon L19 and Samsung SL820
L19 | SL820 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L19 features outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon L19 versus Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the L19 against the SL820.
![Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Samsung-SL820-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and SL820 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Samsung-SL820-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and SL820.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L19 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung SL820 will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively.
![Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Samsung-SL820-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L19-vs-Samsung-SL820-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Nikon L19 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L19 | Samsung SL820 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L19 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 model | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $280 |