Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102
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Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as ES55
Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon L20 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe L20 was revealed within a month of the SL102 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L20 matches up versus the SL102 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Samsung SL102
L20 | SL102 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon L20
SL102 | L20 |
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Common features in the Nikon L20 and Samsung SL102
L20 | SL102 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | January 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L20 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L20 and Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L20 compared to the SL102.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L20 and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L20 and SL102.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.
Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L20 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Samsung SL102 |
Otherwise known as | - | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $120 | $130 |