Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820
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![Nikon Coolpix L610 front Nikon Coolpix L610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L610/Nikon-L610-front.jpg)
![Samsung SL820 front Samsung SL820 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SL820/Samsung-SL820-front.jpg)
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2012
(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
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is IT100
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L610 versus Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and SL820 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The L610 was revealed 3 years after the SL820 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the L610 matches up vs the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Samsung SL820. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung SL820
L610 | SL820 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon L610
SL820 | L610 |
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Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung SL820
L610 | SL820 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L610 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the L610 against the SL820.
![Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Samsung-SL820-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and SL820 is 90 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Samsung-SL820-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L610 and SL820.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L610 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer L610 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Samsung-SL820-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Samsung-SL820-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 L610 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung SL820 |
Also referred to as | - | IT100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 120 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $150 | $280 |