Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon L610 versus Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L610 was launched 17 months earlier than the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L610 scores vs the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung WB50F
L610 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Nikon L610
WB50F | L610 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung WB50F
L610 | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L610 versus Samsung WB50F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the L610 against the WB50F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and WB50F is 90 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and WB50F.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older L610 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung WB50F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-08-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 lbs) | 207g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | BP70A |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $180 |