Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100
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94 Imaging
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Portability
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34 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
Nikon L31
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
Samsung ST100
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
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Lets take a closer look at the Nikon L31 versus Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L31 was manufactured 5 years after the ST100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the L31 matches up versus the ST100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L31 & Samsung ST100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L31 Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Samsung ST100
| L31 | ST100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Nikon L31
| ST100 | L31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 1152k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+922k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Samsung ST100
| L31 | ST100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L31 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L31 versus the ST100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and ST100 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L31 and ST100.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L31 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger L31 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon L31 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST100 Portrait photography highlights
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
good MP (14MP)
features face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street photography with Nikon L31
Street photography with Samsung ST100
image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than average (160 grams)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (155 grams)
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Sports photography with Nikon L31
Sports photography with Samsung ST100
image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel photography with Nikon L31
Travel photography with Samsung ST100
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
pretty wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than average (160 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
offers focus by touch
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (155 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape photography with Nikon L31
Landscape photography with Samsung ST100
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
manual mode not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
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Samsung ST100 Vlogging information
pretty wide (26mm)
selfie friendly display
image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than average (160 grams)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (155g)
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L31 | Samsung ST100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Samsung ST100 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| 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 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.6-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.10 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 155 gr (0.34 lb) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" 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 | - |
| Type of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $0 | $250 |