Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240
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![Nikon Coolpix S3700 front Nikon Coolpix S3700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700/Nikon-S3700-front.jpg)
![Samsung TL240 front Samsung TL240 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-TL240.jpg)
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5000
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and TL240 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S3700 was released 5 years after the TL240 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S3700 grades vs the TL240 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Samsung TL240
S3700 | TL240 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Nikon S3700
TL240 | S3700 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Samsung TL240
S3700 | TL240 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3700 comes with physical dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3700 and the TL240.
![Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Samsung-TL240-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3700 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Samsung-TL240-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3700 and TL240.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S3700 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S3700 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Samsung-TL240-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3700-vs-Samsung-TL240-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung TL240 |
Also referred to as | - | ST5000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-14 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max 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 | 118 gr (0.26 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $175 | $171 |