Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225
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94 Imaging
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Also referred to as ST550
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S3000 was introduced 6 months after the TL225 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S3000 grades against the TL225 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3000 & Samsung TL225. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3000 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Samsung TL225
S3000 | TL225 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Nikon S3000
TL225 | S3000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Clearer screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Samsung TL225
S3000 | TL225 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | August 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3000 provides external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S3000 and the TL225.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3000 and TL225 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and TL225.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Nikon S3000 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Samsung TL225 |
Also Known as | - | ST550 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 gr (0.26 lb) | 187 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 model | EN-EL10 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $488 |