Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand 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)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
- 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternative Name is EX1
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S1000pj versus Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the S1000pj (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S1000pj was brought out 11 months before the TL500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S1000pj grades against the TL500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Samsung TL500. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Samsung TL500
S1000pj | TL500 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the Nikon S1000pj
TL500 | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | August 2009 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Samsung TL500
S1000pj | TL500 | |||
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Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S1000pj versus Samsung TL500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1000pj and the TL500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and TL500 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and TL500.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1000pj featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S1000pj will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1000pj vs Samsung TL500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung TL500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Samsung TL500 |
Also called as | - | EX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2010-07-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/1.8-2.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 386 grams (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 129 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $289 | $527 |