Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210
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Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL150

Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S02 versus Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is pretty similar but the S02 (1/3") and TL210 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

The S02 was manufactured 3 years after the TL210 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S02 grades vs the TL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Samsung TL210. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S02 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Samsung TL210
S02 | TL210 | |||
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Announced | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 45 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Nikon S02
TL210 | S02 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Common features in the Nikon S02 and Samsung TL210
S02 | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 features exterior dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S02 versus Samsung TL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S02 vs the TL210.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S02 and TL210 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S02 and TL210.
All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S02 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S02 will deliver more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S02 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S02 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S02 | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S02 | Samsung TL210 |
Also called as | - | PL150 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-09-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
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) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lbs) | 177g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | - | One |
Pricing at launch | $177 | $230 |