Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
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- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Launched September 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S02 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very comparable but the S02 (1/3") and PL170 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S02 was manufactured 2 years later than the PL170 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S02 grades vs the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Samsung PL170
S02 | PL170 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | January 2011 | More recent by 33 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Nikon S02
PL170 | S02 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S02 and Samsung PL170
S02 | PL170 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S02 offers external measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S02 versus Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S02 against the PL170.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S02 and PL170 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S02 and PL170.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S02 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung PL170 will produce extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer S02 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S02 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S02 | Samsung PL170 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-09-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 1.40 m | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100 gr (0.22 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Card slots | - | One |
Launch cost | $177 | $175 |