Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S230 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S230 (10MP) and ST80 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe S230 was brought out 11 months before the ST80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S230 scores versus the ST80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S230 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Samsung ST80
S230 | ST80 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Nikon S230
ST80 | S230 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Samsung ST80
S230 | ST80 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S230 features outside measurements 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 ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S230 and Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S230 vs the ST80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S230 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S230 and ST80.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST80 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S230 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung ST80 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
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 | 115 gr (0.25 pounds) | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $150 | $249 |