Nikon L840 vs Samsung WB850F

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L840 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L840 was launched 3 years after the WB850F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the L840 grades vs the WB850F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L840 features outer measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L840 and the WB850F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and WB850F is 67 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L840 and WB850F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The younger L840 should have an edge in sensor tech.