Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S3000 was brought out 11 months before the ST65 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the S3000 grades against the ST65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3000 & Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S3000 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Samsung ST65
S3000 | ST65 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Nikon S3000
ST65 | S3000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Samsung ST65
S3000 | ST65 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3000 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung ST65 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3000 and the ST65.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3000 and ST65.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST65 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged S3000 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung ST65 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | 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 white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 116g (0.26 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $150 | $130 |