Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as PL50

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S3300 and Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and SL202 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S3300 was launched 2 years later than the SL202 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3300 matches up against the SL202 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Samsung SL202
S3300 | SL202 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Nikon S3300
SL202 | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Samsung SL202
S3300 | SL202 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 has external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3300 and Samsung SL202 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S3300 versus the SL202.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and SL202 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and SL202.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S3300 to render more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer S3300 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung SL202 |
Also Known as | - | PL50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $99 | $140 |