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Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37
Nikon Coolpix L610 front
 
Samsung WB850F front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs

Nikon L610
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
  • Launched August 2012
Samsung WB850F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The L610 was brought out 8 months later than the WB850F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L610 grades versus the WB850F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung WB850F

 L610 WB850F 
AnnouncedAugust 2012January 2012Fresher by 8 months

Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Nikon L610

 WB850F L610 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display resolution614k460kSharper display (+154k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung WB850F

 L610 WB850F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L610 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the L610 vs the WB850F.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L610 and WB850F is 90 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F top view buttons comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and WB850F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher L610 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F sensor size comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L610 Portrait photography factors
Samsung WB850F Portrait photography factors
30
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
43
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with face detect autofocus
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L610 Street photography features
Samsung WB850F Street photography features
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (240g)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (250 grams)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L610 Sports photography information
Samsung WB850F Sports photography information
45
long zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (120 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
52
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon L610
Travel photography with Samsung WB850F
66
lighter than average (240 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
long zoom (350mm)
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery power (120 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than competitors in class (250 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (23mm)
great reach (483mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L610 Landscape photography features
Samsung WB850F Landscape photography features
41
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
terrible battery power (120 shots)
no Time Lapse function
49
manual focus
decently wide (23mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L610 Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB850F Vlogging highlights
33
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (240g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
no mic socket
34
decently wide (23mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (250 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic support
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung WB850F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L610 and Samsung WB850F
 Nikon Coolpix L610Samsung WB850F
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix L610 Samsung WB850F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-08-09 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-350mm (14.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating AMOLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/6000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 240 gr (0.53 lb) 250 gr (0.55 lb)
Physical dimensions 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0")
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 SLB-10A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $150 $599