Nikon L820 vs Samsung WB2200F

Its time to look closer at the Nikon L820 and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L820 was announced 11 months prior to the WB2200F and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the L820 scores vs the WB2200F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L820 and Samsung WB2200F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L820 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L820 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L820 and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the L820 and the WB2200F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and WB2200F is 72 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L820 and WB2200F.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older L820 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.