Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820
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Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced March 2013
- Replaced the Nikon P310
- Refreshed by Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is IT100
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon P330 versus Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively close but the P330 (1/1.7") and SL820 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe P330 was launched 4 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the P330 scores against the SL820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P330 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Samsung SL820
P330 | SL820 | |||
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Released | March 2013 | February 2009 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon P330
SL820 | P330 |
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Common features in the Nikon P330 and Samsung SL820
P330 | SL820 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P330 features external 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 SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P330 versus Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the P330 versus the SL820.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and SL820 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and SL820.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The P330 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The younger P330 provides an edge in sensor technology.
Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P330 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called as | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-03-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200g (0.44 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $500 | $280 |