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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S4000 versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was revealed 11 months earlier than the PL210 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S4000 matches up against the PL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Samsung PL210

 S4000 PL210 
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Nikon S4000

 PL210 S4000 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2010Fresher by 11 months

Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Samsung PL210

 S4000 PL210 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S4000 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S4000 vs the PL210.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and PL210.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung PL210 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S4000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4000 Portrait photography factors
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography factors
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Street photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Street photography camera
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S4000
Sports photography with Samsung PL210
17
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
26
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S4000 Travel photography factors
Samsung PL210 Travel photography factors
58
built-in flash
rather wide (27mm)
missing Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Landscape photography camera
32
rather wide (27mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
37
very good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4000 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL210 as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (27mm)
touchscreen functionality
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone socket
27
very good max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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Nikon S4000 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4000 and Samsung PL210
 Nikon Coolpix S4000Samsung PL210
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S4000 Samsung PL210
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-03 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 80 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.9 -
Macro focus range 8cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 131g (0.29 lbs) -
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 model EN-EL10 -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $200 $200