Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung PL200, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S3000 was revealed 5 months prior to the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S3000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S3000 matches up vs the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Samsung PL200
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Nikon S3000
PL200 | S3000 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Samsung PL200
S3000 | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | July 2010 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3000 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung PL200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S3000 and the PL200.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and PL200 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and PL200.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung PL200 to show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively.
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 lbs) | 170 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $150 | $0 |