Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013

Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon L20 and Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L20 was released 4 years prior to the ST150F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L20 matches up vs the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Samsung ST150F
L20 | ST150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon L20
ST150F | L20 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Samsung ST150F
L20 | ST150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L20 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L20 and Samsung ST150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L20 vs the ST150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L20 and ST150F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and ST150F.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung ST150F to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L20 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L20 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Samsung ST150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $120 | $300 |