Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Other Name is ES15
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Here, we are analyzing the Nikon L26 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L26 was unveiled 2 years after the SL30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L26 scores versus the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Samsung SL30. The full galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Samsung SL30
| L26 | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Nikon L26
| SL30 | L26 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Samsung SL30
| L26 | SL30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon L26 offers external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 vs the SL30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and SL30.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon L26 to offer you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer L26 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung SL30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung SL30 |
| Also called | - | ES15 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 140g (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 images | - |
| Battery style | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $70 | $93 |
