Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F
93 Imaging
37 Features
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93 Imaging
38 Features
44 Overall
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Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L24 versus Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L24 was manufactured 23 months prior to the WB250F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the L24 scores vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Samsung WB250F
L24 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon L24
WB250F | L24 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Samsung WB250F
L24 | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L24 comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Nikon L24 versus Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the L24 against the WB250F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and WB250F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged L24 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung WB250F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 life | 220 shots | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $250 |