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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100

Portability
94 Imaging
41 Features
27 Overall
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Nikon Coolpix L31 front
 
Samsung ST100 front
Portability
95 Imaging
37 Features
34 Overall
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs

Nikon L31
(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)
  • 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
Photography Glossary

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Overview

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").

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The 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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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Samsung ST100

		

		

			
 L31 ST100 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2010More modern by 62 months
Selfie screen  Easy selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Nikon L31

		

		

			
 ST100 L31 
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution1152k230kClearer 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 typeFixed 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).
Compare the Nikon L31 versus Samsung ST100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
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.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 size comparison
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and ST100 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
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 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Nikon L31 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST100 Portrait photography highlights
36
 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
33
 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 Comparison
Street photography with Nikon L31
Street photography with Samsung ST100
56
 image stabilization (Digital)
 no moving screen
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW files
 more heavy than average (160 grams)
60
 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 Comparison
Sports photography with Nikon L31
Sports photography with Samsung ST100
40
 image stabilization (Digital)
 decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
 no shutter priority mode
 small sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of phase detect autofocus
35
 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 Comparison
Travel photography with Nikon L31
Travel photography with Samsung ST100
68
 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)
60
 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 Comparison
Landscape photography with Nikon L31
Landscape photography with Samsung ST100
39
 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
37
 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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Vlogging Comparison
Nikon L31 Vlogging information
Samsung ST100 Vlogging information
65
 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)
29
 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

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L31 and Samsung ST100
 Nikon Coolpix L31Samsung 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