Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100
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![Nikon Coolpix S230 front Nikon Coolpix S230 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S230/Nikon-S230-front.jpg)
![Samsung SH100 front Samsung SH100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-SH100/Samsung-SH100-front.jpg)
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S230 was brought out 23 months before the SH100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S230 scores vs the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S230 & Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Samsung SH100
S230 | SH100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Nikon S230
SH100 | S230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Samsung SH100
S230 | SH100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S230 features physical dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S230 versus the SH100.
![Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 size comparison Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Samsung-SH100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S230 and SH100 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Samsung-SH100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S230 and SH100.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung SH100 to give greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S230 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Samsung-SH100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S230 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S230-vs-Samsung-SH100-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 S230 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung SH100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4230 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115 grams (0.25 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $150 | $200 |