Nikon L21 vs Samsung ST150F

Below, we are matching up the Nikon L21 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L21 was announced 3 years earlier than the ST150F and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the L21 grades vs the ST150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L21 has exterior dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L21 versus the ST150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and ST150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L21 and ST150F.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST150F to provide you with greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older L21 will be behind in sensor innovation.