Nikon S3000 vs Samsung ST700

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S3000 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the ST700 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S3000 matches up vs the ST700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3000 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has measurements 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).

Examine the Nikon S3000 versus Samsung ST700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S3000 compared to the ST700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and ST700.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST700 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S3000 is going to be behind in sensor technology.