Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is IT100

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and SL820 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L28 was unveiled 4 years later than the SL820 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L28 scores against the SL820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Samsung SL820. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung SL820
L28 | SL820 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon L28
SL820 | L28 |
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL820
L28 | SL820 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L28 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon L28 and Samsung SL820 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L28 against the SL820.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and SL820 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and SL820.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer you more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer L28 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung SL820 |
Also Known as | - | IT100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-17 |
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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $90 | $280 |