Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB850F

The following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB850F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L26 was released at a similar time to the WB850F and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the L26 matches up versus the WB850F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L26 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L26 vs Samsung WB850F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L26 versus the WB850F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and WB850F is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and WB850F.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.