Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the A100 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A100 was announced 5 years later than the ST30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the A100 grades versus the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Samsung ST30
A100 | ST30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | January 2011 | Fresher by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Nikon A100
ST30 | A100 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Samsung ST30
A100 | ST30 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Compare the Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A100 vs the ST30.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A100 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and ST30.
All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A100 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon A100 will provide more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer A100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung ST30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 pounds) | 87g (0.19 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $162 | $55 |