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Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30

Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
28
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S02 front
 
Samsung ST30 front
Portability
98
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 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
  • Launched September 2013
Samsung ST30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Overview

Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and ST30 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/3").

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The S02 was introduced 2 years after the ST30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S02 grades vs the ST30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Samsung ST30

 S02 ST30 
ReleasedSeptember 2013January 2011More modern by 32 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Nikon S02

 ST30 S02 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S02 and Samsung ST30

 S02 ST30 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S02 has exterior 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) whilst the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S02 versus the ST30.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and ST30 is 97 and 98 respectively.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and ST30.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S02 to show more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S02 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S02 Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST30 Portrait photography advice
33
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW files
19
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S02 Street photography factors
Samsung ST30 Street photography factors
58
image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW files
54
lighter than competition in class (87 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/3")
has no RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S02
Sports photography with Samsung ST30
38
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/3")
lacks phase detect AF
16
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S02 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST30 Travel photography highlights
59
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
65
lighter than competition in class (87g)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S02 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST30 Landscape photography information
33
image stabilization (Digital)
good megapixels (13 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
30
good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3")
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/3")
low maximum ISO (0)
has no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S02 Vlogging information
Samsung ST30 Vlogging information
33
touch screen
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone support
29
good max aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (87g)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S02 and Samsung ST30
 Nikon Coolpix S02Samsung ST30
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S02 Samsung ST30
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2013-09-05 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Highest resolution 4160 x 3120 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 -
Lowest native ISO 125 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
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 30-90mm (3.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 7.5 7.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 1.40 m -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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) 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 100 gr (0.22 lb) 87 gr (0.19 lb)
Dimensions 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" 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 shots -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model Built-in -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Storage slots - One
Retail price $177 $55