Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240
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Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is ST5000
Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Below is a complete review of the Nikon S3100 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S3100 was launched 14 months later than the TL240 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S3100 grades versus the TL240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3100 & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3100 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Samsung TL240
S3100 | TL240 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S3100
TL240 | S3100 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Samsung TL240
S3100 | TL240 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3100 features external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3100 versus Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3100 versus the TL240.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3100 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3100 and TL240.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer S3100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S3100 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Samsung TL240 |
Also referred to as | - | ST5000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118g (0.26 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $139 | $171 |