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Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100

Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
28
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S02 front
 
Samsung SH100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs

Nikon S02
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
  • Released September 2013
Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S02 versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is pretty similar but the S02 (1/3") and SH100 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S02 was brought out 2 years later than the SH100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S02 scores vs the SH100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Samsung SH100

 S02 SH100 
LaunchedSeptember 2013January 2011Fresher by 33 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Nikon S02

 SH100 S02 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S02 and Samsung SH100

 S02 SH100 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 offers outside dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S02 versus Samsung SH100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S02 compared to the SH100.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S02 and SH100 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S02 and SH100.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S02 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung SH100 will deliver extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer S02 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S02
Portrait photography with Samsung SH100
33
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S02
Street photography with Samsung SH100
58
has image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S02 Sports photography information
Samsung SH100 Sports photography information
38
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
26
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S02 Travel photography features
Samsung SH100 Travel photography features
59
good megapixels (13MP)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
71
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S02 Landscape photography advice
Samsung SH100 Landscape photography advice
33
has image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S02 Vlogging info
Samsung SH100 Vlogging info
33
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic jack
33
good maximum aperture (f)
built-in touchscreen
does have external microphone jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S02 and Samsung SH100
 Nikon Coolpix S02Samsung SH100
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S02 Samsung SH100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2013-09-05 2011-01-04
Body design 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 surface area 17.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Maximum resolution 4160 x 3120 4230 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Min native ISO 125 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 30-90mm (3.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 7.5 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 1.40 m -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 100g (0.22 lb) -
Dimensions 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 210 images -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID Built-in -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse feature
Storage slots - One
Cost at launch $177 $200