Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320
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Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 61 x 21mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also referred to as WB1000

Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S230 versus Samsung TL320, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S230 was brought out at a similar time to the TL320 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S230 scores against the TL320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Samsung TL320. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S230 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Samsung TL320
S230 | TL320 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Nikon S230
TL320 | S230 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S230 and Samsung TL320
S230 | TL320 | |||
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Announced | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S230 has exterior measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S230 versus Samsung TL320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S230 vs the TL320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S230 and TL320 is 96 and 98 respectively.

Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S230 and TL320.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung TL320 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S230 vs Samsung TL320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung TL320 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S230 | Samsung TL320 |
Also called as | - | WB1000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2009-02-23 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115g (0.25 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $150 | $380 |