Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB800F

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB800F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was introduced 11 months before the WB800F so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L26 grades against the WB800F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L26 compared to the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and WB800F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged L26 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.