Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung TL320

Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung TL320, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is pretty close but the 1 S2 (1") and TL320 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 S2 was released 5 years later than the TL320 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the 1 S2 scores against the TL320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S2 & Samsung TL320. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S2 provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung TL320 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 S2 and the TL320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and TL320 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S2 and TL320.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 S2 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon 1 S2 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2.2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1 S2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.