Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as ST5500

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and CL80 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2900 was launched 5 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S2900 matches up versus the CL80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S2900 & Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S2900 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Samsung CL80
S2900 | CL80 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Nikon S2900
CL80 | S2900 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Samsung CL80
S2900 | CL80 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 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).
Analyze the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung CL80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S2900 against the CL80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2900 and CL80.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S2900 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent S2900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung CL80 |
Alternate name | - | ST5500 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 life | 250 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $117 | $400 |