Nikon S01 vs Samsung TL205
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL100
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On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S01 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S01 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S01 (1/2.9") and TL205 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S01 was unveiled 3 years after the TL205 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S01 scores against the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S01 & Samsung TL205. The full galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Samsung TL205
| S01 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 43 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon S01
| TL205 | S01 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Samsung TL205
| S01 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S01 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S01 provides exterior 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) while the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S01 compared to the TL205.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S01 and TL205 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S01 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S01 and TL205.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S01 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung TL205 will give greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer S01 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S01 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung TL205 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Samsung TL205 |
| Also called as | - | PL100 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-06 |
| 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 18.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 7.3 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 1.20 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 96 grams (0.21 lbs) | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 photos | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | Built-in | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
| Card slots | - | 1 |
| Cost at release | $170 | $180 |
