Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon L24 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L24 was announced 23 months prior to the WB30F making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L24 scores versus the WB30F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Samsung WB30F
L24 | WB30F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon L24
WB30F | L24 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Samsung WB30F
L24 | WB30F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L24 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L24 and Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L24 and the WB30F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L24 and WB30F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and WB30F.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB30F to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung WB30F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Style 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 | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $180 |