Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon L28 versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L28 was manufactured 3 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the L28 scores against the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung HZ10W
L28 | HZ10W | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | May 2009 | More recent by 46 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Nikon L28
HZ10W | L28 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung HZ10W
L28 | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Nikon L28 versus Samsung HZ10W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the L28 versus the HZ10W.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and HZ10W is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and HZ10W.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to produce greater detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger L28 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called as | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 gr (0.36 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 280 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $90 | $300 |