Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL170

Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon S4000 and Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was introduced 11 months prior to the PL170 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S4000 grades vs the PL170 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S4000 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S4000 against the PL170.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and PL170 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and PL170.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung PL170 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged S4000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.