Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F
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Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon L21 and Samsung WB800F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L21 was launched 3 years before the WB800F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L21 scores against the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 and Samsung WB800F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L21 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Samsung WB800F
L21 | WB800F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Nikon L21
WB800F | L21 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 35 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Samsung WB800F
L21 | WB800F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L21 offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L21 and Samsung WB800F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the L21 and the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L21 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and WB800F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB800F to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged L21 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L21 vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung WB800F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 8MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 169 grams (0.37 lb) | 218 grams (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $300 |