Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820
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![Nikon Coolpix P7800 front Nikon Coolpix P7800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P7800/Nikon-P7800-front.jpg)
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Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 399g - 119 x 78 x 50mm
- Announced November 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Also Known as IT100
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Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon P7800 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the P7800 (1/1.7") and SL820 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.
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The P7800 was unveiled 4 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P7800 matches up versus the SL820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Samsung SL820. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P7800 over the Samsung SL820
P7800 | SL820 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 59 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon P7800
SL820 | P7800 |
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Common features in the Nikon P7800 and Samsung SL820
P7800 | SL820 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 features external dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P7800 versus Samsung SL820 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the P7800 compared to the SL820.
![Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-vs-Samsung-SL820-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and SL820 is 82 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-vs-Samsung-SL820-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and SL820.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The P7800 provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh easier. The more recent P7800 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-vs-Samsung-SL820-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-vs-Samsung-SL820-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P7800 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P7800 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P7800 | Samsung SL820 |
Also Known as | - | IT100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-11-25 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.0 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 921 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399g (0.88 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 78 x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 200 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $550 | $280 |