Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon A100 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and ST90 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A100 was manufactured 5 years later than the ST90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A100 matches up against the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Samsung ST90
A100 | ST90 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | January 2011 | More recent by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Nikon A100
ST90 | A100 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Samsung ST90
A100 | ST90 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 has got outside dimensions 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 ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A100 and Samsung ST90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A100 and the ST90.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A100 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and ST90.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon A100 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern A100 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung ST90 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | 1.1fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | 250 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $162 | $150 |