Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F
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Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013

Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon L28 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The L28 was manufactured at a similar time to the WB30F and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the L28 matches up versus the WB30F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Samsung WB30F
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Nikon L28
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Common features in the Nikon L28 and Samsung WB30F
L28 | WB30F | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 provides 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) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L28 versus Samsung WB30F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the L28 compared to the WB30F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L28 and WB30F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and WB30F.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L28 to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $90 | $180 |