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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Samsung SL102 front
Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Released August 2009
Samsung SL102
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F) lens
  • 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Alternate Name is ES55
Photography Glossary

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 7 months after the SL102 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1000pj grades against the SL102 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Samsung SL102

 S1000pj SL102 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 7 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Nikon S1000pj

 SL102 S1000pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung SL102

 S1000pj SL102 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S1000pj features external dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1000pj compared to the SL102.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and SL102.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S1000pj to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern S1000pj is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Portrait photography camera
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
24
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
55
lighter than competition (116 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Sports photography camera
33
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Travel photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Travel photography camera
57
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
61
lighter than competition (116 grams)
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Landscape photography camera
32
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
26
fast max aperture (f)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL102 as a Vlogging camera
28
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
29
fast max aperture (f)
offers face detect focus
lighter than competition (116 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung SL102 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Samsung SL102
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjSamsung SL102
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Samsung SL102
Also referred to as - ES55
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2009-01-08
Physical type 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 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 -
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash settings - Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 pounds) 116 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $289 $130