Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30
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Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced March 2013
- Superseded the Nikon P310
- Later Model is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as ES15

Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon P330 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the P330 (1/1.7") and SL30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

The P330 was introduced 4 years later than the SL30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P330 grades vs the SL30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Samsung SL30
P330 | SL30 | |||
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Launched | March 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 50 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Nikon P330
SL30 | P330 |
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Common features in the Nikon P330 and Samsung SL30
P330 | SL30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Nikon P330 versus Samsung SL30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the P330 compared to the SL30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and SL30 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and SL30.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P330 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon P330 will produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern P330 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung SL30 |
Also called as | - | ES15 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-03-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200 gr (0.44 lb) | 140 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $500 | $93 |