Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 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
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S01 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S01 (10MP) and ST90 (14MP) and the S01 (1/2.9") and ST90 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S01 was unveiled 2 years after the ST90 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S01 matches up versus the ST90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S01 & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Samsung ST90
S01 | ST90 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 30 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Nikon S01
ST90 | S01 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Samsung ST90
S01 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S01 offers exterior measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Nikon S01 and Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S01 vs the ST90.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S01 and ST90 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and ST90.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S01 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung ST90 will give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent S01 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung ST90 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.20 m | - |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 96g (0.21 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | 190 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Card slots | - | 1 |
Retail pricing | $170 | $150 |