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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs

Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2015
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Nikon L31 versus Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L31 was unveiled 4 years later than the ST65 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L31 matches up versus the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Samsung ST65

 L31 ST65 
IntroducedJanuary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Nikon L31

 ST65 L31 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon L31 and Samsung ST65

 L31 ST65 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L31 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the L31 against the ST65.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and ST65 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L31 and ST65.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon L31 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger L31 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L31
Portrait photography with Samsung ST65
36
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon L31 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than competition (160g)
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L31 Sports photography info
Samsung ST65 Sports photography info
40
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L31 Travel photography advice
Samsung ST65 Travel photography advice
68
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (160 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
71
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L31 Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST65 Landscape photography factors
39
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
37
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3")
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
has no RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L31 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST65 as a Vlogging camera
65
reasonably wide (26mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
more heavy than competition (160g)
27
fast max aperture (f)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L31 and Samsung ST65
 Nikon Coolpix L31Samsung ST65
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix L31 Samsung ST65
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2015-01-14 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Min native ISO 80 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
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 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.60 m -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160g (0.35 lb) -
Physical dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 200 images -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (10 secs) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $0 $130