Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30
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![Nikon Coolpix S01 front Nikon Coolpix S01 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S01/Nikon-S01-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST30 front Samsung ST30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST30/Samsung-ST30-front.jpg)
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32 Features
18 Overall
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is pretty similar but the S01 (1/2.9") and ST30 (1/3") have totally different sensor dimensions.
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The S01 was released 2 years after the ST30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S01 matches up vs the ST30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S01 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Samsung ST30
S01 | ST30 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Nikon S01
ST30 | S01 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Samsung ST30
S01 | ST30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S01 has got external dimensions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S01 versus the ST30.
![Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Samsung-ST30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S01 and ST30 is 97 and 98 respectively.
![Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Samsung-ST30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S01 and ST30.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S01 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier. The younger S01 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Samsung-ST30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Samsung-ST30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung ST30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 18.5mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 7.3 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 96g (0.21 pounds) | 87g (0.19 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Card slots | - | 1 |
Retail price | $170 | $55 |