Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe S2900 was revealed 4 years later than the ST700 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S2900 matches up against the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Samsung ST700
S2900 | ST700 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Nikon S2900
ST700 | S2900 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Samsung ST700
S2900 | ST700 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S2900 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S2900 versus the ST700.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S2900 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2900 and ST700.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S2900 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer S2900 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung ST700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $117 | $280 |