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Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
17
Overall
26
Nikon Coolpix L20 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Nikon L20
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
  • Announced February 2009
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Announced January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as ST50
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Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

The following is a complete review of the Nikon L20 and Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L20 was launched very close to the TL100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L20 grades against the TL100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Samsung TL100

 L20 TL100 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon L20

 TL100 L20 

Common features in the Nikon L20 and Samsung TL100

 L20 TL100 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009January 2009Similar age
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L20 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L20 and Samsung TL100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L20 against the TL100.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and TL100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and TL100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung TL100 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L20 Portrait photography information
Samsung TL100 Portrait photography information
19
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
26
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L20 Street photography advice
Samsung TL100 Street photography advice
54
lighter than average in class (135 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
53
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than others in class (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L20
Sports photography with Samsung TL100
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no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
33
has image stabilization (Digital)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L20 Travel photography info
Samsung TL100 Travel photography info
55
lighter than average in class (135g)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
48
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (219 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L20 Landscape photography information
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography information
26
screen size is good (3 inch)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
27
has image stabilization (Digital)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L20 Vlogging features
Samsung TL100 Vlogging features
24
lighter than average in class (135g)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic port
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic support
heavier than others in class (219 grams)
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Nikon L20 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L20 and Samsung TL100
 Nikon Coolpix L20Samsung TL100
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix L20 Samsung TL100
Also called as - ST50
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 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 dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-136mm (3.6x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-6.7 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing distance 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in 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
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135 grams (0.30 lb) 219 grams (0.48 lb)
Dimensions 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Retail price $120 $22