Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S3700 was announced 5 years after the ST80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S3700 scores versus the ST80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Samsung ST80
S3700 | ST80 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | January 2010 | Newer by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Nikon S3700
ST80 | S3700 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Samsung ST80
S3700 | ST80 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3700 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S3700 compared to the ST80.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S3700 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S3700 and ST80.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S3700 to render extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern S3700 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung ST80 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 118g (0.26 lbs) | 118g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 240 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $175 | $249 |