Nikon S3100 vs Samsung CL80

The following is a extensive review of the Nikon S3100 and Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was announced 14 months after the CL80 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S3100 matches up against the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3100 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3100 and Samsung CL80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3100 vs the CL80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3100 and CL80.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of images but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S3100 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.