Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102
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Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Later Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55

Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon P310 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the P310 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The P310 was brought out 3 years after the SL102 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P310 scores against the SL102 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Samsung SL102. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Samsung SL102
P310 | SL102 | |||
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Launched | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 43 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon P310
SL102 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Samsung SL102
P310 | SL102 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P310 comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Nikon P310 and Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the P310 compared to the SL102.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and SL102.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P310 to render more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher P310 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | - | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-06-22 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $130 |