Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30
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![Nikon Coolpix L32 front Nikon Coolpix L32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L32/Nikon-L32-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST30 front Samsung ST30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST30/Samsung-ST30-front.jpg)
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32 Features
18 Overall
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon L32 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
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The L32 was announced 4 years later than the ST30 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the L32 scores versus the ST30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Samsung ST30
L32 | ST30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Nikon L32
ST30 | L32 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L32 and Samsung ST30
L32 | ST30 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L32 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L32 versus Samsung ST30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L32 compared to the ST30.
![Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Samsung-ST30-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and ST30 is 93 and 98 respectively.
![Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Samsung-ST30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L32 and ST30.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The L32 having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon L32 will produce greater detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern L32 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Samsung-ST30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L32-vs-Samsung-ST30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Samsung ST30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 87g (0.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" 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 | 320 images | - |
Battery type | 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 | $120 | $55 |