Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL100
Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon L31 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe L31 was announced 5 years after the TL205 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the L31 matches up vs the TL205 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L31 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Samsung TL205
L31 | TL205 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon L31
TL205 | L31 |
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Common features in the Nikon L31 and Samsung TL205
L31 | TL205 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L31 offers physical 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 TL205 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L31 and Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L31 and the TL205.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and TL205 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L31 and TL205.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon L31 to give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher L31 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L31 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Samsung TL205 |
Other name | - | PL100 |
Class | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 grams (0.35 lbs) | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $180 |