Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W
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![Nikon Coolpix L28 front Nikon Coolpix L28 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L28/Nikon-L28-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ15W front Samsung HZ15W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ15W/Samsung-HZ15W-front.jpg)
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35 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" 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
- Released February 2009
- Also referred to as WB550
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon L28 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The L28 was manufactured 3 years after the HZ15W which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L28 scores against the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung HZ15W
L28 | HZ15W | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Nikon L28
HZ15W | L28 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung HZ15W
L28 | HZ15W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L28 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L28 versus Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the L28 vs the HZ15W.
![Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W size comparison Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W top view buttons comparison Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and HZ15W.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern L28 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W sensor size comparison Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L28-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called as | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Physical 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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $90 | $330 |