Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL50

Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S100 was introduced 2 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the S100 grades against the SL202 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung SL202
S100 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 820k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+590k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Nikon S100
SL202 | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung SL202
S100 | SL202 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S100 compared to the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and SL202 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and SL202.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S100 to provide more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger S100 provides an edge in sensor tech.

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Nikon S100 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung SL202 |
Also referred to as | - | PL50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 820k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
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, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 150 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $240 | $140 |