Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240
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![Nikon Coolpix S220 front Nikon Coolpix S220 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S220/Nikon-S220-front.jpg)
![Samsung TL240 front Samsung TL240 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-TL240.jpg)
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is ST5000
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S220 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and TL240 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S220 was unveiled 11 months before the TL240 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S220 matches up vs the TL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Samsung TL240. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S220 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Samsung TL240
S220 | TL240 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S220
TL240 | S220 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Samsung TL240
S220 | TL240 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S220 provides exterior measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S220 and Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S220 and the TL240.
![Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Samsung-TL240-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and TL240 is 97 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Samsung-TL240-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S220 and TL240.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung TL240 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be behind in sensor technology.
![Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Samsung-TL240-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Samsung-TL240-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Samsung TL240 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST5000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $56 | $171 |