Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL120
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3000 was revealed 11 months earlier than the PL120 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S3000 grades against the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3000 & Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Samsung PL120
| S3000 | PL120 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Nikon S3000
| PL120 | S3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Samsung PL120
| S3000 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3000 has exterior measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S3000 versus the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S3000 and PL120.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung PL120 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older S3000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung PL120 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-02-03 | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| 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 | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 8cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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 |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lb) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | One | - |
| Launch price | $150 | $150 |