Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as PL100
Photography Glossary Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S230 was revealed 11 months before the TL205 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the S230 matches up versus the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Samsung TL205
| S230 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon S230
| TL205 | S230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Samsung TL205
| S230 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S230 has outer measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S230 and the TL205.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S230 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S230 and TL205.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung TL205 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S230 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung TL205 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung TL205 |
| Otherwise known as | - | PL100 |
| 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 115g (0.25 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $150 | $180 |