Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600
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Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon A10 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A10 was released 6 years after the ST600 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the A10 scores against the ST600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A10 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Samsung ST600
A10 | ST600 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Nikon A10
ST600 | A10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Samsung ST600
A10 | ST600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A10 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A10 versus Samsung ST600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A10 vs the ST600.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and ST600 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and ST600.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon A10 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger A10 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A10 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Samsung ST600 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | - | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $90 | $330 |