Nikon A100 vs Samsung TL240

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon A100 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and TL240 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A100 was released 6 years later than the TL240 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the A100 matches up versus the TL240 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A100 vs the TL240.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A100 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and TL240.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon A100 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent A100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.