Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S220 versus Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and ST100 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S220 was introduced 11 months earlier than the ST100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S220 grades versus the ST100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S220 & Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S220 Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Samsung ST100
S220 | ST100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Nikon S220
ST100 | S220 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+922k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Samsung ST100
S220 | ST100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S220 offers exterior measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S220 versus Samsung ST100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S220 against the ST100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S220 and ST100 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S220 and ST100.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung ST100 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung ST100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 100g (0.22 pounds) | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $56 | $250 |