Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W
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![Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj/Nikon-S1000pj-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ15W front Samsung HZ15W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ15W/Samsung-HZ15W-front.jpg)
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35 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S1000pj was revealed 6 months after the HZ15W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the S1000pj scores vs the HZ15W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Samsung HZ15W
S1000pj | HZ15W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Nikon S1000pj
HZ15W | S1000pj | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung HZ15W
S1000pj | HZ15W | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj against the HZ15W.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W size comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and HZ15W is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W top view buttons comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and HZ15W.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the age of the products into consideration.
![Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W sensor size comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000pj-vs-Samsung-HZ15W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung HZ15W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | 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 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $289 | $330 |