Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 395g - 116 x 77 x 48mm
- Announced February 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P7000
- Successor is Nikon P7700
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as WB550
Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P7100 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P7100 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very similar but the P7100 (1/1.7") and HZ15W (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe P7100 was revealed 3 years later than the HZ15W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P7100 grades versus the HZ15W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7100 and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are available at Nikon P7100 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P7100 over the Samsung HZ15W
P7100 | HZ15W | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Nikon P7100
HZ15W | P7100 |
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Common features in the Nikon P7100 and Samsung HZ15W
P7100 | HZ15W | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7100 has outer measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P7100 versus Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the P7100 and the HZ15W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P7100 and HZ15W is 82 and 90 respectively.
Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7100 and HZ15W.
Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7100 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung HZ15W will deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern P7100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon P7100 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P7100 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P7100 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called as | - | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-20 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor with anti- reflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill flash, Manual, Slow sync, Rear curtain flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 395g (0.87 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 77 x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 second delay) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $750 | $330 |