Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F
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Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L26 and Samsung WB150F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L26 was introduced at a similar time to the WB150F so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the L26 scores against the WB150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Samsung WB150F
L26 | WB150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Nikon L26
WB150F | L26 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Samsung WB150F
L26 | WB150F | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Nikon L26 and Samsung WB150F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the L26 compared to the WB150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and WB150F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L26 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.

Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Samsung WB150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-09 |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 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 data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
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 |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (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 | 200 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $70 | $230 |