Nikon S1100pj vs Samsung ST30

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S1100pj and Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the S1100pj (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1100pj was manufactured 5 months earlier than the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1100pj grades vs the ST30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj & Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1100pj has got outer measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1100pj and Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S1100pj and the ST30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and ST30 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1100pj and ST30.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1100pj because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S1100pj will give more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.