Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and ST600 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L32 was introduced 5 years later than the ST600 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the L32 scores vs the ST600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Samsung ST600
L32 | ST600 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | January 2010 | Fresher by 62 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Nikon L32
ST600 | L32 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Crisper screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L32 and Samsung ST600
L32 | ST600 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L32 against the ST600.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L32 and ST600 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L32 and ST600.
As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L32 to give you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer L32 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon L32 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Samsung ST600 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | 164 grams (0.36 lb) | 150 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | 320 images | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $120 | $330 |