Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the L28 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe L28 was manufactured 2 months later than the EX2F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the L28 matches up against the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung EX2F
L28 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon L28
EX2F | L28 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung EX2F
L28 | EX2F | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | December 2012 | Similar generation | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L28 vs the EX2F.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and EX2F.
Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The L28 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon L28 will offer more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.4-2.7 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $90 | $478 |