Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ES55

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SL102 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L28 was launched 4 years after the SL102 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L28 grades versus the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung SL102
L28 | SL102 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 50 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon L28
SL102 | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL102
L28 | SL102 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L28 provides exterior 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 SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL102 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L28 versus the SL102.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and SL102 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and SL102.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L28 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern L28 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | - | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2009-01-08 |
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 surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $90 | $130 |