Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Other Name is ST50

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was released 3 years after the TL100 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S3300 grades vs the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Samsung TL100
S3300 | TL100 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 38 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Nikon S3300
TL100 | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Samsung TL100
S3300 | TL100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 has external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S3300 vs the TL100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and TL100.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S3300 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher S3300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung TL100 |
Also referred to as | - | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 life | 180 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $99 | $22 |