Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB250F

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and WB250F (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L21 was brought out 3 years prior to the WB250F which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L21 grades vs the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L21 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L21 comes with outside measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the L21 compared to the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and WB250F.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB250F to provide you with more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.