Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350
90 Imaging
33 Features
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Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
- 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also Known as WB2000

Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is very comparable but the S31 (1/2.9") and TL350 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

The S31 was announced 3 years later than the TL350 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S31 grades vs the TL350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Samsung TL350. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S31 Gallery & Samsung TL350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Samsung TL350
S31 | TL350 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Nikon S31
TL350 | S31 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S31 and Samsung TL350
S31 | TL350 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S31 comes with external dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung TL350 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S31 vs the TL350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S31 and TL350 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S31 and TL350.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The S31 contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more recent S31 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S31 vs Samsung TL350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S31 | Samsung TL350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Samsung TL350 |
Also Known as | - | WB2000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.4-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 life | 260 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $90 | $400 |