Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Released January 2014
- Older Model is Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon L830 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L830 was launched 13 months after the WB250F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L830 matches up versus the WB250F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Samsung WB250F
L830 | WB250F | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon L830
WB250F | L830 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Samsung WB250F
L830 | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L830 versus Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L830 and the WB250F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and WB250F is 71 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and WB250F.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L830 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The younger L830 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L830 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Samsung WB250F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508g (1.12 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 390 shots | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $250 |