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Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
27
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Samsung CL80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
30
Overall
33

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Introduced August 2010
Samsung CL80
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Other Name is ST5500
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Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was unveiled 8 months after the CL80 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1100pj scores versus the CL80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Samsung CL80

 S1100pj CL80 
ReleasedAugust 2010January 2010Newer by 8 months
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Nikon S1100pj

 CL80 S1100pj 
Display dimensions3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Samsung CL80

 S1100pj CL80 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1100pj comes with external measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S1100pj and the CL80.

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1100pj and CL80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and CL80.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher S1100pj should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography info
Samsung CL80 Portrait photography info
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Street photography highlights
Samsung CL80 Street photography highlights
54
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competition (180 grams)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus by touch
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Sports photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Sports photography camera
38
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Travel photography highlights
Samsung CL80 Travel photography highlights
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (180 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
60
provides focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (160 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Landscape photography advice
Samsung CL80 Landscape photography advice
41
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
37
bigger than average screen (3.7 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Vlogging information
Samsung CL80 Vlogging information
29
decently wide (28mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
heavier than competition (180g)
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic socket
heavier than competition (160 grams)
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Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung CL80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Samsung CL80
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjSamsung CL80
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Samsung CL80
Alternative name - ST5500
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-08-17 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4334 x 3256
Max native ISO 1600 4800
Max enhanced ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3.7"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 180g (0.40 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 ID EN-EL12 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $399 $400