Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320
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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 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
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 61 x 21mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB1000

Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon S3700 versus Samsung TL320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the S3700 (20MP) and TL320 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3700 was launched 5 years later than the TL320 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3700 grades against the TL320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3700 & Samsung TL320. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3700 Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Samsung TL320
S3700 | TL320 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 72 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Nikon S3700
TL320 | S3700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Samsung TL320
S3700 | TL320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3700 offers physical measurements 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 TL320 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3700 versus Samsung TL320 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S3700 against the TL320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3700 and TL320 is 96 and 98 respectively.

Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S3700 and TL320.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3700 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger S3700 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3700 vs Samsung TL320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung TL320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Samsung TL320 |
Also referred to as | - | WB1000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 118 grams (0.26 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $175 | $380 |