Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500
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Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
- 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
- Launched July 2010
- Other Name is EX1
Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Overview
Following is a complete review of the Nikon P300 and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is fairly close but the P300 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe P300 was released 11 months after the TL500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P300 grades versus the TL500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Samsung TL500
P300 | TL500 | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | July 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Sharper display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the Nikon P300
TL500 | P300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Samsung TL500
P300 | TL500 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P300 and Samsung TL500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the P300 versus the TL500.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P300 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and TL500.
All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P300 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon P300 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern P300 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P300 vs Samsung TL500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Samsung TL500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Samsung TL500 |
Also Known as | - | EX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-05-31 | 2010-07-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/1.8-2.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) | 386 gr (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $500 | $527 |