Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L26 was introduced within a month of the DV300F so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the L26 scores versus the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Samsung DV300F
L26 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Nikon L26
DV300F | L26 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Samsung DV300F
L26 | DV300F | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | January 2012 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L26 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L26 against the DV300F.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and DV300F.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really take the age of the cameras into account.
Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $70 | $200 |